Special Education Paraprofessional- Noah Wallace Elementary School

Farmington Public Schools; Farmington (CT); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Farmington Public Schools is seeking two Special Education Paraprofessionals for the 2025-2026 school year. The role involves providing personal care, instructional support, and maintaining a cooperative relationship with teachers. Candidates should have an Associate's degree and experience with school-age children, with a starting salary of $24.18 per hour.

Benefits

8 paid holidays

12 sick days

3 personal days

Health insurance

$30,000 life insurance

Long-term disability

Qualifications

• Candidate should hold an Associate's degree or equivalent.
• Demonstrate ability to develop rapport with students.
• Prior experience working with school-age children is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and assist with medication regimens.
• Support instruction through tutoring and one-on-one help.
• Document and collect data on student progress.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Ability to follow directions

Experience with school-age children

Education

Associate's degree or 2 years of college

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Noah Wallace Elementary is seeking two (2) Special Education Paraprofessionals for the 2025-2026 school year.

Position is 6.5 hours per day during the school year.

Position includes 8 paid holidays, 12 sick days, and 3 personal days. Eligible for health insurance, $30,000 life insurance, and long-term disability.

Qualifications:

1. Candidate should hold an Associate's degree or 2 years of college diploma or its equivalent (i.e., Para Professional Assessment). Bachelor's degree preferred.
2. Candidate should demonstrate the ability to develop and maintain a good rapport with students and possess a personable relationship with teachers.
3. Consideration will be given to the ability to carry out directions in both oral and written form, various life/work experiences, and prior experience working with school-age children.

Reports to: Classroom Teacher and School Principal

Salary: Starting at $24.18 per hour (per FPSEU contract)

General Description:

The Special Service Paraprofessional will provide personal care/hygiene (e.g., lifting up to 50 pounds and toileting) and assist with medication regimens. The paraprofessional may also provide instructional services and classroom support, including carrying out teacher-prepared lesson plans, supervising activities, assisting in material preparation, and recording student progress. This role requires a cooperative relationship with teachers.

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Supporting Instruction:
   • Tutoring/One-on-one instruction
   • Circulating in class
   • Helping group instruction
   • Modifying instructional materials
   • Assisting students with technology
   • Assisting students with tests and assessments
2. Documentation and Data:
   • Observing and collecting data on students
   • Organizing data and graphs
   • Recording student progress, including data
   • Taking classroom notes
   • Taking attendance
3. Student Management:
   • Providing personal care/hygiene support
   • Assisting with medication regimens
   • Monitoring hallways and study halls
   • Maintaining on-task behavior
   • Correcting minor behavioral problems
   • Escorting students to other classes
4. Clerical:
   • Scheduling activities
   • Copying, stapling, etc.
   • Operating media equipment
   • Maintaining equipment
   • Running errands
5. Other:
   • Handling records confidentially
   • Performing related duties as assigned