Paraeducator

CREC Resource Group is seeking Paraeducators to join our team in Avon, CT!

Interested candidates must complete a Frontline application to be considered. Please copy and paste the address below into another window to apply.

https://www.applitrack.com/crec/onlineapp/JobPostings/view.asp?FromAdmin=true&AppliTrackJobId=12538

Position Purpose: Under the direct supervision of a certified staff member, to assist certified professional staff with helping students to meet instructional goals and objectives or to assist with other duties in the school which add to the overall quality of the school or the educational experience of the students. Experience working with students with aggressive behavior utilizing behavior management techniques is a must. PMT certified preferred.

Essential Job Functions

• Assists and guides students to reinforce reading, language arts, mathematics, computer instruction, and other skills.
• Works with students individually and in small groups to reinforce basic learning and implement assigned programs.
• Assists professional staff in the administration and correction of classroom exercises, tests and assessments.
• Assists in classroom preparations and strategies for reinforcing instructional materials and skills according to individual student needs.
• Assists with record-keeping procedures to document student learning and performance.
• Assists teacher in controlling behavioral and emotional outbursts by employing techniques such as systems of rewards, behavior checklists and time-outs.
• Assists students in non-instructional areas, such as supervising the student lunch programs, bus duty, playground duty, corridor, study hall, and other related non-instructional areas.
• Accompanies students on field trips for the purpose of assisting with supervision.
• Assists students with special needs in all aspects of classroom instruction to maximize inclusion, learning, achievement of IEP objectives, etc.
• Contributes to the IEP process, as appropriate, and serves as resource for the evaluation team as needed.
• Assists students with physical or mental disabilities with activities of daily living for the purpose of maximizing their ability to participate in school or learning activities.
• Follows all applicable safety rules, procedures and regulations governing the proper manner of assistance for all students, including those with disabilities or other special needs.
• Experience working with students with aggressive behavior utilizing behavior management techniques is a must.

Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task and responsibility.

Qualifications Profile: Candidates must meet one of the following:

• High school diploma plus two years of college credit
• Associate of Arts degree
• Passing score on the ParaPro Assessment

Salary Range: $19.66 – $20.54

To access the job description and salary range please go to https://www.crec.org/careers/jobs.php.

About CTECS: Through exemplary trade and academic programming, the Connecticut Technical Education and Career System (CTECS) prepares high school students and adult learners to meet the skilled workforce needs of Connecticut employers.

CTECS operates 17 diploma-granting technical high schools, one technical education center for grades 11 and 12 and adult learners, and two aviation maintenance technician training programs. CTECS serves approximately 11,500 full-time high school students in over 30 Career and Technical Education

(CTE) programs. In addition, over 3,000 adult learners take part in day courses, and evening apprenticeship and extension courses.

All CTECS academic and CTE curriculum is designed with relevant, 21st-century employability skills required by business and industry. The CTECS commitment is unwavering: to equip our students with the skills to succeed, and to provide a talented workforce that is responsive to state and industry needs. Learn more www.cttech.org.

About CREC Resource Group (CRG) :CREC (Capitol Region Education Council) Resource Group (CRG) employs Paraeducators for various school districts in Connecticut and for Connecticut Technical Education and Career Systems (CTECS).

CREC Resource Group experts provide quality, cost-effective solutions to our partners in education—district and school leaders—along with students, corporations, non-profits, and professionals.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $19.66 - $20.54 per hour

Expected hours: 35 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Salary : $20 - $21