Educational Paraprofessional

Job Description:

2024 - 2025 School Year

Bridgeport Public Schools

Human Resources Department

45 Lyon Terrace, Room 324

Bridgeport, CT 06604

PARAPROFESSIONAL JOB OPENING

INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANT (10 MONTHS)

DISTRICT WIDE - MULTIPLE VACANCIES

AFSCME -1522 POSITION: A107

STARTING SALARY: $25,990

REQUIREMENTS:

• Associate's degree, the equivalent number of college credits or have successfully passed the paraprofessional assessment exam

• A minimum of 12 college credits in Early Childhood Education to work in a Pre-K classroom

• Demonstrates aptitude for work to be performed

• Bilingual/Bicultural (as appropriate)

• Demonstrates ability to relate well with staff and the public

• Demonstrates ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing

• Requires basic computer skills

• Ability to provide excellent attendance and punctuality on a daily basis

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Serves under the direct supervision of the teacher or curriculum specialist in supplementing instruction

• Assists in the assessment of students

• Assists in the registration, clerical and other routine duties that improve the classroom/school organization, management and atmosphere

• Attends in-service workshops and staff meetings where job related, as per contract

• Responsible for lunchroom duty

• Performs other related duties as assigned

This job description is not, nor is it intended to be, a complete statement of all duties, functions, responsibilities and qualifications which comprise this position. If interested in applying or to view more details, please go to the district's applicant management system: http://www.applitrack.com/bridgeport/onlineapp

It is the policy of the Bridgeport Board of Education not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, present or past mental disorder, mental retardation, or learning ability, in any of its education programs, activities, or employment practices. The Bridgeport Board of Education is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.