Special Education Paraprofessional

Position Type:
Support Staff/Paraprofessional

Date Posted:
9/30/2026

Location:
Charter Oak International Academy

Date Available:
ASAP

Closing Date:
until filled
West Hartford Public Schools seeks a candidate with a proactive and positive attitude to fill a position for a full-time Special Education Paraprofessional at Charter Oak International Academy. Candidates must be patient, respectful, and flexible with effective interpersonal skills. This is a 10-month position with full benefits working in the special needs program to support students with behavioral, social and emotional concerns. Knowledge/Fluency of ASL is required for this position.

Paraprofessionals are expected to exhibit professionalism, punctuality, and attentiveness of job responsibilities at all times.

Please include a current resume and 3 letters of recommendation dated within the last 365 days.

Requirement: High school education or GED.
Salary: per paraprofessional contract.

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honor ALL in our community as unique individuals capable of
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and dismantle all elements of systemic racism and historical inequities.
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marginalized groups. We pledge to partner with ALL families in the
service of the success of each child.

Attachment(s):

• WHFEP Contract