Special Education Paraeducator

$20 - $25 per hour

Constellation Health Service

Norwalk, CT

Special Education Paraeducator

Hot Job

NORWALK, CT 06851

Overview

Salary Range $20.00 - $25.00 Hourly Position Type Full Time Travel Percentage Negligible

Description

Position Summary: We are seeking dedicated and compassionate SPED Paraeducators to provide essential support within our new self-contained elementary classrooms. The Paraeducator will work closely with students, the Special Education Teacher, and a multidisciplinary team (including BCBAs, Occupational Therapists, Speech-Language Pathologists, etc.) to implement individualized education plans, support daily routines, and foster student independence and growth.

Key Responsibilities

Provide direct support to students with special needs, primarily those with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), within a self-contained classroom setting.
Assist in the implementation of student Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and behavior intervention plans (BIPs).
Support students with behavior management strategies and techniques, promoting positive social interactions and adaptive behaviors.
Assist students with daily living skills, including toileting, feeding, and other self-care tasks as needed.
Facilitate student engagement in academic and functional activities, supporting the Special Education Teacher in lesson delivery and classroom management.
Support students with transitions between activities and environments.
Maintain a safe, structured, and supportive learning environment.
Collect data on student progress and behavior as directed by the Special Education Teacher and BCBA.
Collaborate effectively with the Special Education Teacher, BCBA, and other related service providers (OT, SLP).

Schedule:

Workday: 7.5 hours/day
Hours: Monday - Friday 7:45 AM – 3:45 PM
Start Date: First day of school (anticipated August 26 or August 27, 2025).

Training Requirements:

Physical Management Training (PMT): Required training will be provided.

Qualifications

Candidates must meet at least one of the following criteria:

Successfully passed the ParaPro Assessment, OR
Hold an Associate's Degree from an approved college, OR
Have completed at least 60 credits at an approved college.
Previous experience working with children with special needs is highly preferred.
Willingness to acquire and apply new skills related to special education and behavior support.

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Vacancy posted 4 days ago

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