Urgently Require Paraeducator - Group 1 (2023-2024 SY) in Norwalk, CT
Job title: Paraeducator - Group 1 (2023-2024 SY)
Company: Norwalk Public Schools
Job description: Under the direct supervision of a classroom teacher, the paraeducator supports students to participate in their educational program.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
ALL PARAEDUCATORS:
Assist in the implementation of the Norwalk Board of Education and administrative policies, rules, regulations and directives
Follow Norwalk school policy to ensure student safety
Follow teacher's oral or written directions with accuracy
Assist the teacher with the implementation of classroom instructional goals and Section 504 plans
Assist students with classwork individually or in small groups
Assist the teacher in maintaining student records of attendance
Assist the teacher with documentation of student progress
Assist the teacher with the preparation and distribution of lesson plan materials
Encourage students to interact appropriately with peers
Assist students during recess, breaks, emergency drills, assemblies, on school buses and field trips
Assist and support students to use computers, iPads or other media to access curriculum
Maintain respect at all times for confidential information
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
Ability to communicate ideas and directives clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing
Effective, active listening skills
Ability to record data with accuracy
Ability to work effectively with others
Ability to implement teacher directives related to instructional and behavioral goals effectively
Organizational and problem solving skills
OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Interact in a positive manner with staff, students, parents, and visitors
Promote good public relations by personal appearance, attitude, and conversation
Maintain a level of approachability by administration, staff, parents, and visitors
Respond to questions and requests in a timely and appropriate manner
Attend meetings and professional development activities as recommended by teacher, supervisor or Principal
Perform other related duties as assigned by teacher, Principal, Special Education or Supervisor
QUALIFICATIONS/CERTIFICATES:
High school diploma or equivalency and ParaPro Certificate
Bachelor's Degree, preferred
Associate's Degree in education or related field, or ParaPro Certificate, or two (2) years of college
Two (2) years of experience working with children or young adults in a school setting, preferred
Language proficiency in Spanish, French Haitian Creole as needed.
Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent and/or Norwalk Board of Education may find appropriate
Days: Monday ? Friday (27.5 hours weekly/schedule determined by Principal)
Salary: $23.56 - $28.08
Bargaining Unit: NFEP
Group: One
Benefits: Limited Available
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NORWALK IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
It is the policy of the Norwalk Board of Education to ensure equal educational opportunity for all students and to prohibit unlawful discrimination because of race, color, religion, creed, age, marital status, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, or physical and mental disability in the school district's educational program and activities; and to prohibit unlawful discrimination in employment because of race, color, religion, creed, age, marital status, national origin, gender; gender identity or expression, sexual orientation or physical and mental disability.
09.12.2023
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Location: Norwalk, CT
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Company: Norwalk Public Schools
Job description: Under the direct supervision of a classroom teacher, the paraeducator supports students to participate in their educational program.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
ALL PARAEDUCATORS:
Assist in the implementation of the Norwalk Board of Education and administrative policies, rules, regulations and directives
Follow Norwalk school policy to ensure student safety
Follow teacher's oral or written directions with accuracy
Assist the teacher with the implementation of classroom instructional goals and Section 504 plans
Assist students with classwork individually or in small groups
Assist the teacher in maintaining student records of attendance
Assist the teacher with documentation of student progress
Assist the teacher with the preparation and distribution of lesson plan materials
Encourage students to interact appropriately with peers
Assist students during recess, breaks, emergency drills, assemblies, on school buses and field trips
Assist and support students to use computers, iPads or other media to access curriculum
Maintain respect at all times for confidential information
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
Ability to communicate ideas and directives clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing
Effective, active listening skills
Ability to record data with accuracy
Ability to work effectively with others
Ability to implement teacher directives related to instructional and behavioral goals effectively
Organizational and problem solving skills
OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Interact in a positive manner with staff, students, parents, and visitors
Promote good public relations by personal appearance, attitude, and conversation
Maintain a level of approachability by administration, staff, parents, and visitors
Respond to questions and requests in a timely and appropriate manner
Attend meetings and professional development activities as recommended by teacher, supervisor or Principal
Perform other related duties as assigned by teacher, Principal, Special Education or Supervisor
QUALIFICATIONS/CERTIFICATES:
High school diploma or equivalency and ParaPro Certificate
Bachelor's Degree, preferred
Associate's Degree in education or related field, or ParaPro Certificate, or two (2) years of college
Two (2) years of experience working with children or young adults in a school setting, preferred
Language proficiency in Spanish, French Haitian Creole as needed.
Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent and/or Norwalk Board of Education may find appropriate
Days: Monday ? Friday (27.5 hours weekly/schedule determined by Principal)
Salary: $23.56 - $28.08
Bargaining Unit: NFEP
Group: One
Benefits: Limited Available
at
Click ?Employment?
NORWALK IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
It is the policy of the Norwalk Board of Education to ensure equal educational opportunity for all students and to prohibit unlawful discrimination because of race, color, religion, creed, age, marital status, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, or physical and mental disability in the school district's educational program and activities; and to prohibit unlawful discrimination in employment because of race, color, religion, creed, age, marital status, national origin, gender; gender identity or expression, sexual orientation or physical and mental disability.
09.12.2023
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Location: Norwalk, CT
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