Connecticut Reap Wethersfield , CT 06109
Posted 3 days ago
Job Description:
Position: Paraeducator
Location: District opening - could be placed at any of 8 school locations
Reports To: Director/Supervisor for Special Services & Building Principal
Start Date: August 28, 2024
Compensation: $18.80 - $22.99 per hour worked
Work Year: 10-month position, 25-29 hours per week (late August to mid-June)
Daily Hours: Monday - Friday (start and end times may vary based on building assignment; includes 30 minute unpaid lunch)
Application Date: Posting will remain open until filled
Pending outcome of collective bargaining negotiations.
Duties of the position include the following:
Maintain a high level of fairness, respect and equity with students, families and staff;
Understand and maintain boundaries and confidentiality with students, families and staff;
Be able to work independently with small groups of students in various environments;
Demonstrate willingness to work with all students with various levels of functioning and disabilities including but not limited to: learning disabilities, autism, intellectual disabilities, emotional disturbance, ADHD, speech/language impairments, multiple disabilities, etc., across all grade levels;
Communicate and collaborate effectively with co-workers;
Implement and support behavior plans and strategies under teacher direction;
Collect and record student data adhering to the supervising teachers' directions and requirements;
Act as a liaison between teachers;
Accept work direction willingly, shift work assignments and accept changes and new job assignments as needed;
Consult daily with special education teacher regarding daily responsibilities;
Provide personal assistance to students, as needed, to address mobility, positioning, personal care, daily activities, and utilizing the restroom;
Facilitate students with developing communication skills, social skills, academic skills, self-help skills and promoting independence;
Ability to be trained in and implement Crisis Prevention and Intervention strategies, including de-escalation strategies and physical restraints;
Remain flexible to work in the community as job coach for students requiring transition services;
Utilize various forms of technology, including assistive technology, to support students learning and communication needs;
As part of the daily work assignment, may be scheduled to ride the bus (before/after school) with students who require adult supervision;
Other duties as assigned by administration.
Qualifications:
Hold Associates Degree, have completed a minimum of 60 college credit hours, or have successfully completed the ParaPro Assessment;
Ability to work under the direction of classroom teacher and specialists;
Experience working with students with special needs; highly preferred individuals who have specific training and/or experience with students with significant cognitive, social/emotional and learning needs;
Ability to work cooperatively with administration, regular education teachers, support staff and parents;
Ability to work with all levels of students with special needs and disabilities in general education settings, and/or special education settings including WPS district's special education programs;
Must have capability to follow teacher and related staff instructions in regard to work modifications and behavior plans;
Ability to review developmental and remedial materials in a clear and efficient manner;
Ability to assist teacher in handling interruptions/emergencies, move swiftly, and hold training (or show ability to be trained) to perform physical restraint in case of emergency;
Must be able to lift up to twenty-five (25) pounds;
Must demonstrate ability to sit up to thirty (30) minutes on the floor or in a child-sized chair; additional requirements may include carrying, pushing, pulling, climbing/balancing, frequent stooping, kneeling and crouching (note: generally, the job requires 40% sitting, 30% standing, 30% walking).
Interested candidates must apply online at:
https://www.applitrack.com/wethersfield/onlineapp/default.aspx
Connecticut Reap