Paraeducator (Pre-K)

$23.52k - $31.27k

New Haven Public Schools

New Haven, CT

Position Type:
Paraeducator & Head Teacher/Non-Certified Teacher

Date Posted:
10/5/2026

Location:
Barack H. Obama Magnet University School

TITLE: Paraeducator (Local Union 3429)

SALARY : $23,524 - $31,271

REPORTS TO : Principal/Supervisor/Director

POSITION SUMMARY : The Assistant Teacher will assist in maintaining and facilitating a learning environment that supports each child's emotional, physical, and intellectual development.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITES :

Assists the teacher in establishing and maintaining a safe, nurturing and developmentally appropriate classroom environment.
Consults with teacher on plans and curriculum activities.
Assists the teacher in preparing and maintaining classroom materials and supplies.
Participates in all planned school activities, Staff meetings, Work Shops, etc. and takes responsibility for own personal growth.
Observes the strengths and needs of each child and helps establish individual goals for each child.
Works with teacher to ensure that the classroom environment supports and respects the cultural backgrounds, languages, individual interest and learning style of each child.
Assists teacher in planning, implementing and documenting curriculum activities in all developmental areas: physical, emotional, cognitive and social.
Works closely with teacher to provide experiences and an atmosphere that encourages each child's self-concept.
Attends all parent meetings as required.
Collaborates with teacher and other staff to ensure that parents are involved in the classroom and other areas of the program.
Provide for students' physical needs, including diapering

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

Associate Degree or 60 college credits or receive a qualifying score on the ParaPro Assessment

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS :
Physical Demands of the Job

Adheres to federal, state and municipal physical health guidelines including immunization, employment physical and required health and safety training.
The physical ability to frequently lift, move or hold children with a range of weight from 10-60 pounds (occasionally the job will require lifting, moving or holding children more than 60 pounds).
The physical ability to participate in activities that may require lifting, reaching, squatting, climbing and sitting on the floor.
The physical ability to respond quickly to emergencies or unexpected situations.
The ability to maintain mental and physical alertness and the appropriate level of energy during the entire day.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

10-Month work year. Local 3429, Group I. The New Haven Board of Education must approve all recommendations for employment of Assistant Teachers.
This position is included in a collective bargaining agreement with Local 3429 BOE Paraprofessionals . Bargaining agreement is available to review HERE
Benefit information can be found online HERE, under the Local 3429 BOE Paraprofessionals banner.

EVALUATION:

Performance of this job will be evaluated by provisions of the Board of Education's policy on evaluating personnel.

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