Educational Paraprofessional Paraeducator

Job Description:

PARAEDUCATOR

Positions available at all schools

QUALIFICATIONS: High School graduate. College: 2 years, Parapro Exam in lieu of 2 years of college

JOB GOAL: To assist the classroom teacher(s) in supporting the individualized academic, social, behavioral and adaptive needs of the students within the school environment

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS: (Clarification Added 7/23/26) Medical, Dental, Prescription, Life Insurance, Sick time and Personal time included (Single Coverage @ 50% cost-share). Follows Paraeducator Schedule and Union Contract

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Implements instruction developed by teacher to individual(s)
• Implements and maintains behavior plan developed by teacher/team
• Implements and maintains health management protocols when required
• Implements and maintains adaptive protocols when required
• Implements other supports as described in student's IEP, i.e., assistance at lunch, recess, arrival to and or departure from school
• Records behavioral/health data as requested by teacher
• Perform clerical tasks as they pertain to the support of the assigned student(s)
• Communicates observations/concerns to case manager and teacher for the benefit of the student(s)
• Collaborates with student's team to facilitate progress
• Other duties as assigned

The Old Saybrook 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 leaning disability) genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by Connecticut state and/or federal non discrimination laws. The Connecticut State Department of Education does not unlawfully discriminate in employment and licensing against qualified persons with a prior criminal conviction.

START DATE: August 24, 2026

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Until filled