Special Education Paraprofessional (FTE 1.0)

West Hartford Public Schools; Elmwood (CT); On-site; USD 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

West Hartford Public Schools is seeking a proactive Special Education Paraprofessional (FTE 1.0) for Charter Oak International Academy in Elmwood, CT.

The 10-month position supports students with behavioral, social, and emotional concerns within the special needs program. Ideal candidates are patient, respectful, and able to work collaboratively with staff to promote a positive learning environment.

Qualifications

• Proactive and positive attitude essential.
• Effective interpersonal skills required.
• Patient, respectful, and flexible demeanor.

Responsibilities

• Support students with behavioral, social, and emotional concerns.
• Assist in special needs program at Charter Oak International Academy.
• Maintain professionalism, punctuality, and attentiveness at all times.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Patience

Flexibility

Professionalism

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Special Education Paraprofessional (FTE 1.0) JobID: 3092

West Hartford Public Schools seeks a candidate with a proactive and positive attitude to fill a position for a full-time Special Education Paraprofessional at Charter Oak International Academy. Candidates must be patient, respectful, and flexible with effective interpersonal skills. This is a 10-month position with full benefits working in the special needs program to support students with behavioral, social and emotional concerns.

Paraprofessionals are expected to exhibit professionalism, punctuality, and attentiveness of job responsibilities at all times.

Requirement

High school education or GED.

Salary

per paraprofessional contract.

Equity and Anti-Racism Vision

We, the members of West Hartford Public Schools, dedicate ourselves to the pursuit of equity. Equitable schools are those that value and honor ALL in our community as unique individuals capable of maximizing their true potential. We make a solemn promise to identify and dismantle all elements of systemic racism and historical inequities.

We vow to clear paths, with a relentless duty to those in traditionally marginalized groups. We pledge to partner with ALL families in the service of the success of each child.