Paraeducators; High School

Starting Date: Aug 24, 2026

AVON PUBLIC SCHOOLS

For External Applicants applying for a position, applicants must complete all required fields of the application and upload the following documents: a cover letter specific to the position, an up-to-date resume, copies of any certifications, copies of any college/university transcripts, and three letters of reference dated within the last year for full consideration.

The para‑educator is a vital member of a team that provides a quality education to all students, especially those identified with an Individual Education Plan (IEP).

Special education teachers are responsible for the overall training and supervision of the para‑educator staff. During classroom service, the para‑educator will support the classroom teacher. Para‑educators work cooperatively with all other school personnel and adhere to school guidelines and standards. The para‑educator will be evaluated at least annually by the school building administrator, with input from classroom, special areas, and special education teachers.

The para‑educator must possess a basic understanding of children’s emotional, physical, intellectual, and social needs, a willingness to openly take direction and guidance, and strong communication skills with staff, students, and community members. A high school degree, equivalent, or higher degree is required, along with adequate knowledge of relevant skills or the potential for appropriate training.

• Supports identified students as indicated on the IEP.
• Works with small groups or individuals under the direction of the special education or classroom teacher in all subject areas.
• Performs other reasonable duties as needed, including:
• Assists students (both regular and special education) in ways that enable successful participation in classroom activities, which may include activities of daily living (physical support/lifting, toileting, feeding).
• Provides reinforcement and/or practice of skills recommended by members of the IEP team (i.e.: OT, PT, SLP).
• Collects data relevant to the IEP.
• Implements student behavior plans.
• Promotes an appropriate amount of independence.
• Consults regularly with special education and classroom teachers regarding the IEP and its relationship to curriculum, assessment, and instruction.
• Respects confidentiality of all information pertaining to students.
• Adheres to all assigned schedules, including para‑educator duty schedules and student schedules.
• Maintains positive working relationships with staff, community, and students.
• Accepts changes in schedule or assignments flexibly.
• Supervises an entire classroom on occasion, upholding classroom/school discipline policies to provide a consistent learning environment.
• Participates in school‑wide staff meetings, informal meetings with building administration, and meetings with the IEP team members as requested.
• Practices professional and ethical conduct, including punctuality and preparedness to provide a positive and consistent learning environment for students.
• Performs clerical duties related to supporting student programs.

Terms of Employment: 32.5 hours a week as determined by building principal exclusive of a 30‑minute lunch. Hourly wage (range $19.57‑$23.87) and benefits in accordance with the Agreement Between the Avon Board of Education and CSEA, SEIU Local 2001 on behalf of Avon Para‑Educators, Interventionists & Nutrition Services Employees.

Avon High School – Avon, Connecticut

Full‑Time

Instructional Support >
Paraprofessional / IA

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

• Kristina Wallace, Principal
• Avon High School
• Email: kwallace.ct.us