Paraeducator, Part-time (less than 27.5 hrs/wk)

July 30, 2026 NOTICE OF VACANCY Paraeducator Positions ~ Less than 27.5 hours

POSITION: Paraeducator, Part-time less than 27.5 hours per week

LOCATION: Southington Public Schools

SALARY: $19.43 per hour

$1.85 hourly rate adjustment for all hours worked and paid time off during the designated school year for the following programs: Comprehensive Learning Center, Specialized Learning Center, Therapeutic Learning Center, STELLAR

ASSIGNMENTS: Assignments for paraeducators vary. There are three categories associated with paraeducators:

1. Program. Attached is a list of programs throughout our District with a description of each.
2. Inclusion. Our inclusion paraeducators support the needs of special education students.
3. Other. Other assignments for paraeducators could include cafeteria, kindergarten, library/media, or other special assignments. OVERVIEW OF DUTIES THAT ARE/COULD BE ASSOCIATED WITH PARAEDUCATOR POSITION:
   • Ability to work with students with special learning and social/behavioral needs.
   • Able to carry out behavior plans.
   • Flexibility/Team member.
   • Lifting of students may be required.
   • Toileting and/or diaper changing may be required.
   • Experience working with school age children.
   • Physical and Psychological Training (PMT) certification preferred. QUALIFICATIONS: Associate degree or equivalent required. Para Pro exam available at applicants cost of $55.00. Behavioral management skills for children. Ability to work in active environment with groups of children and ability to take direction from multiple staff. APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Please submit your application through our website: http://www.applitrack.com/southingtonschools/onlineapp APPLICATION CLOSING DATE: This is an ongoing posting for all part-time, less than 27.5 hrs/wk vacancies throughout the 2026-2027 school year.
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     • The Southington Public Schools values the contributions a diverse workforce can have on our school community. Therefore, priority status of application screenings and interview opportunities will be given to applications of individuals from racially, culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and from persons with disabilities.

     SOUTHINGTON PUBLIC SCHOOLS Special Education Services

     Comprehensive Learning Center (Formerly LAUNCH, EASE, ACHIEVE) The intent of this self -contained classroom is to provide for students with significant and multiple disabilities whose learning requires developmentally appropriate curricula in functional academic, communication skills, life skills and social skill devel opment. It is a positive alternative for students whose needs would otherwise be met by outplacement in a private, special education facility, removed from their home community. This program enhances a student's connections to his/her community and prepares him/her for secondary and post -secondary options available within the Southington Public Schools. Another important component is developing parent -school-community partnership with high levels of communication and planning.

     Preschool Integrated Program (PreK 3 & 4) Provides quality preschool center-based activities to three and four-year-old children in Southington. Some children enrolled are typically developing children who serve as peer models for those who require special education. The preschool staff use the Connecticut Preschool Curriculum Framework and Early Learning and Development Standards to prepare children for kindergarten.

     Specialized Learning Center (Formerly SPACE) This self-contained program is designed to serve students who have been identified as having autism spectrum disorders. Program components include highly structured, individualized programming, intensive communication and language training, social skills training, utilization of natural environments for instruction, positive behavioral programming, educationally based sensory activities, as appropriate, and inclusion with mainstream peers and activities when appropriate.

     STELLAR (Southington's Transitional Education in Life, Learning Adult Responsibilities) Grades 12+ STELLAR is a community-based transitional program designed for students with various developmental disabilities. Students in STELLAR have the unique opportunity to experience their 5th year of education in a community-based setting with their same aged peers with immediate access to all of downtown Southington's offerings, including the YMCA, stores, restaurants, various job sites, town establishments and more. Students in STELLAR have met the Southington High School's graduation requirements.

     Therapeutic Learning Center (Formerly LIDS Primary, LIDS Intermediate, TEAM, CLP) Therapeutic Learning Center is designed to provide students with a safe, predictable, and structured setting which will optimize their learning potential and focus on building the appropriate social and pragmatic skills necessary for success in the general education setting.