Educational Paraprofessional

Job Description:

POSTING DATE: May 13, 2024

ANTICIPATED POSITIONS:1.0 Paraeducator /Multiple Openings/GHS

SALARY: $18.25 - $20.23 (Based on 2022-2025 UPSEU Contract)

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Open until Filled

The Hebron Board of Education has anticipated multiple paraeducator openings at Gilead Hill School, for the 2024-2025 school year.

Title

• Paraeducator (2024-2025 School Year)

How to Apply:

Applicants who wish to apply can visit our website www.hebron.k12.ct.us

• Hebron Public Schools website / District (tab) / Job Postings / OPEN VACANCIES link to view and apply.

Position Summary:

Paraeducators work with students with special needs under the direction of a special education case manager and classroom teacher to assist in the implementation of IEP goals and objectives. Supports and works in cooperation with the Principal, Dean of Students, Director of Special Education, and assigned teacher in performing the varied tasks within a classroom, cafeteria, playground, and throughout the school.

The ideal candidate has prior experience in this role, and is flexible to adapt to the changing nature of the demands of the class. They will work closely with an assigned teacher and support them in their duties. Typical tasks include working with students in groups and individually during lessons, assisting with lesson plans and materials. The thriving paraeducator is caring, compassionate, and committed to each student's success.

Supervisor/Evaluation: Receives general supervision and performance evaluation from Principal and/or Dean of Students with significant input from teachers.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Work with children individually and in small groups to reinforce basic skills and to check their use of instructional materials under the supervision of the teacher.

• As assigned, support implementation of students' Individual Education Program goals and objectives under the supervision of the responsible certified special education staff.

For a full list of qualifications and responsibilities please see the Hebron Public Schools website and choose employment under quick links.

Physical Requirements:

Other requirements include but are not limited to: reaching, some lifting, standing, walking, carrying, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, sitting, and/or crawling.

Note: The above job description is illustrative and not all-inclusive of tasks and responsibilities of the position.

Non-Discrimination

The Hebron Board of Education is committed to a policy of equal opportunity/affirmative action for all qualified persons. The Hebron Board of Education does not discriminate in any employment practice, education program, or educational activity on the basis of race, color, religious creed, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability (including, but not limited to, intellectual disability, past or present history of mental disorder, physical disability or learning disability), genetic information, access to Boy Scouts or other Designated Youth Groups or any other basis prohibited by Connecticut State and/or Federal non-discrimination laws.

Inquiries regarding the Hebron Board of Education's non-discrimination policies should be directed to:

Dr. Donald Briere Title IX and Section 504 Coordinator, Hebron Public Schools, 508 Gilead Street, Hebron, Connecticut 06248 860-228-2670