Special Education Paraprofessional

Sylvania; Colchester, Northern (CT, KY); Hybrid; USD 27,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits

Job summary

Sylvania in Colchester, CT seeks a dedicated paraeducator to support students with special needs under a certified teacher. The role emphasizes instructional, behavioral, and personal assistance to foster a positive learning environment.

This 10-month position offers benefits and is paid per the paraeducator collective bargaining agreement, with additional details in the full job description.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED plus one of: 60 college credits, an Associate’s degree, or ParaPro Assessment.
• Successful experience working with children, preferably in a school setting.
• Strong organizational skills and comfort using technology.

Responsibilities

• Support students with special needs by providing instructional, behavioral, and personal assistance under the direction of a certified teacher.

Skills

Organizational skills

Tech savvy

Experience with children

Education

High school diploma or GED

60 college credits

Associate’s degree

ParaPro Assessment

Job description

Support students with special needs by providing instructional, behavioral, and personal assistance under the direction of a certified teacher.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and one of the following:
• • Minimum of 2 years of college credits (60), or
  • Associate’s degree, or
  • Passing score on the ParaPro Assessment*
• Successful experience working with children, preferably in a school setting
• Strong organizational skills and comfort using technology

*The ParaPro Assessment may be taken online or in person. For more information, visit: Connecticut Paraeducator Information and Resources

Position Details

• 10-month position with benefits
• Salary in accordance with the paraeducator collective bargaining agreement
• See complete job description for additional details