| Location | Watertown, CT |
Paraeducator- Category 1 , 1:1- JTPS JobID: 2696 Position Type: Student Support Services/ParaeducatorDate Posted: 10/26/2026Location: John Trumbull Primary SchoolDate Available: ASAP Closing Date: 11/16/2026 Additional Information: Show/HideParaeducatorPosition Title:Paraeducator - Category 2A, 1:1Location: John Trumbull Primary SchoolPosition Reports To:Director of Special Education and Related Services, and Building Administrator Job ID: #2696Internal Close Date:November 2, 2026External Close Date:November 16, 2026Anticipated Start Date: ImmediatelyRequired Certifications & QualificationsA minimum of two years of study at the college level (60 credits), an Associates Degree or a passing score on the ParaPro Assessment is requiredPreferred QualificationsPrevious experience working with special education studentsWillingness to be trained to assist with varying instructional and behavioral needs of all studentsEssential Skills, Knowledge Performance AbilitiesAbility to carry out instructions/lesson plansModify tasks in live time as neededAbility to balance supporting an individual student while simultaneously building their independenceEffective use of written and verbal communication skillsMaintain confidentiality of information regarding students, employees and othersEstablish supportive and compassionate relationships with students with special needsFollow all applicable safety rules, procedures and regulations to assist all students, including those with disabilities or other special needsAssist students with physical or mental disabilities with activities of daily living as needed for the purpose of maximizing their ability to participate in school or learning activitiesParticipate in IEP process and serve as resource for the student personnel evaluation team as neededAssist students with special needs in all aspects of classroom instruction to maximize inclusion, learning, and the achievement of IEP objectivesAccompany students on field trips and assist with their supervisionAdditional DutiesPerform all other duties that may be assigned by the Director of Special Education and Related Services and/or the Building AdministratorTerms of Employment184 DaysStep 1- $19.00 per hourActive Paraeducator Union Members stay on current stepWork Schedule32.5 hours per week (½ hour unpaid lunch) 8:35-3:35 (M-F)All application materials must be submitted online, through Applitrack; should you have any difficulty in submitting your online application please contact (860)945-4813.*District reserves the right to close the posting if a suitable candidate is found prior to the external closing date.