Easton, Redding & Region 9 Public School Districts Easton , CT 06612
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Redding Elementary School: Kindergarten Aides (three positions available) JobID: 1157
Position Type:
Support Staff/Instructional Assistant
Date Posted:
6/11/2024
Location:
Redding Elementary School, Redding, CT
Date Available:
08/27/2024
Closing Date:
Until filled.
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Available: Commencing with the 2024-2025 school year. Official start date will be August 27, 2023.
Hours: 6.25 hours per day with an additional half hour unpaid for lunch; Monday-Friday when school is in session for students. 181 days per school year.
Salary and Benefits: In accordance with the Redding paraeducator collective bargaining agreement. Comprehensive benefits. Salary range: $17.69/hour to $19.91/hour.
Qualifications:
Two years of college credit; or hold an associate's (or higher) degree; or pass a State Board of Education adopted paraprofessional assessment which assesses content knowledge in mathematics, reading and writing and an understanding of how to assist in the instruction of those topics (In Connecticut, the ParaPro is the recognized assessment)
Previous experience working in a school setting a plus
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
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
Applications will only be accepted online at the district Web site: www.er9.orgA direct link to the application page is: http://www.applitrack.com/er9/onlineapp/
Applicants must submit the following:
Complete online application
Formal letter of application addressed to Melissa Labrosciano, Principal
Three letters of recommendation
Official college transcripts (if applicable) will be required at time of hire
NOTE: Internal applicants may simply submit a letter of interest to the principal, explaining previous experience and background that would make you the best candidate for the job.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Redding 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.
Easton, Redding & Region 9 Public School Districts