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Special Education Paraeducator

Westport Public Schools

Position Type:
Paraprofessional Support Staff/Special Education Paraprofessional

Date Posted:
3/20/2026

Location:
Saugatuck Elementary School


Date Available:
08/20/2026

Closing Date:
Until Filled
Saugatuck Elementary Schoolis seeking special education paraeducator to join a talented team of educators. The qualified candidate will work alongside dedicated staff and will be assigned responsibilities based on the district's needs.

Qualifications:
  • Two years of college credit; or
  • An Associate's (or higher) degree; or
  • A passing score on the ParaPro test; and
  • Ability to work with all students.

Salary Range: According to the Paraeducator contract (Please refer to website /employment)

Starting Date: As soon as possible

Application Deadline: Open until position is filled

Application Procedure:

Internal applicants must submit an online application through the Westport Public Schools website. Job #2083 (Please be sure to select internal applicant. This signifies one's current status as a Westport employee.)

External applicants must submit an online application through the Westport Public Schools website. Job # 2083 (Paper copies will not be accepted.)

The Westport Board of Education will not make employment decision (including decisions related to hiring, assignment, compensation, promotion, demotion, disciplinary action and termination) on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, disability (including pregnancy), genetic information, veteran status or gender identity or expression, except in the case of a bona fide occupational qualification.
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