What are the responsibilities and job description for the Special Education Paraeducator, 32.5 Hours/Week position at Newtown Public Schools?
Head O’ Meadow School
94 Boggs Hill Road
Newtown, CT 06470
January 29, 2025
Title: Special Education Paraeducator, 32.5 Hours/Week
School: Head O’Meadow School
Starting Date: February 10, 2025
Responsibilities:
Work under the direction of special education teacher(s) to support individuals and/or small
groups of students in all areas of academics
Ability to positively support the development of social-emotional skills
Ability to implement behavior support strategies and collect data, as needed
Ability to support student use of various learning strategies
Ability to support independent living skills, as needed
Provide assistance to teacher(s) in classroom tasks
Assist in other various capacities, as needed
Specific duties will vary based on grade level, content area, and student needs
Skills Required:
Ability to assist in classroom instruction to support student learning
Ability to follow through on direction(s)
Ability to establish positive rapport with students
Possess strong teamwork and communication skills
Ability to remain calm, neutral and patient
Adapt easily to change
Qualifications:
Must have completed the equivalent of 2 years of study at an institution of higher education, OR earned an
Associate’s Degree (or higher), OR attained a passing score on the ETS ParaPro Assessment.
Remuneration: In accordance with the paraeducator contract. New hire rate starting at $18.14 per hour
The Newtown Public School District values the benefits that a diverse workforce brings to our students and community. We are
committed to recruiting, supporting, mentoring, coaching and retaining a highly motivated, diverse, dedicated, and enthusiastic staff.
We welcome your interest in joining us and look forward to meeting you!
Interested candidates must apply online through the following link: https://www.applitrack.com/newtown/onlineapp/default.aspx
The Newtown Public School District is committed to a policy of equal opportunity/affirmative action for all qualified persons. The
Newtown Public School District does not discriminate in any employment practice, education program, or educational activity on the
basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, alienage, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or
expression, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, veteran status, status as a domestic violence victim, or any other basis
prohibited by Connecticut state and/or federal nondiscrimination laws, except in the case of a bona fide occupational qualification.
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