Educational Paraprofessional

Job Description:

Position Title: Kindergarten Aide

Location: Prendergast School

Reports to: Building Administration.

Hours: Position is 29.5 paid hours per week,

Monday through Friday when school is in session for students. Start and end times are set by building administration and may change.

QUALIFICATIONS

Applicants must have experience working in a school setting and preferably, with primary grade level students. Applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent. Additional credentials related to the education field are preferred. The successful candidate must be able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, families, and staff, and be able to effectively communicate with a diverse student population.

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist kindergarten teacher with classroom needs, working with young children

• Assist with organization of classroom materials and supplies

• Assist with preparing instructional materials for student activities

• Work with young children in small groups

• Respect the confidentiality of student information and not discuss them outside of the classroom

• Organize and handout papers, crafts that go home with the students

• Refer all parent concerns and questions about any student's progress to the teacher

• Escort students from classroom to other classes such as Physical Education, Music, Art, Library

• Other duties as assigned.

These are examples of responsibilities, not the entire list of job functions.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Ability to communicate and interact with young children in a positive manner, with sensitivity to their needs

• Good organizational skills

• Flexibility and a sense of humor

Applicants must submit the following:

• Complete online application

• Letter of Introduction

• Resume

• Three letters of recommendation

Equal Opportunity Employer

Ansonia Public School District is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.

to apply go to:www.applitracks.com/ansonia/onlineapp