Special Education Paraeducator - Magnet School SY

Special Education Para educator - Magnet School SY26/27

Starting Date: Immediately

Under the direction of an assigned supervisor, the Para educator will assist a licensed teacher in providing instruction to individuals or small groups of children in a Special Education program. The role includes supporting a child's Individualized Education Plan (IEP), addressing the child's physical and health needs, monitoring and reporting academic progress, and carrying out a variety of clerical and supportive duties related to classroom activities and management.

Support the developmental growth of each child:

• Facilitate engagement in play activities by asking open‑ended questions and offering suggestions to add complexity.
• Support language development by describing activities as they happen.
• Use positive behavior management techniques to motivate children.
• Understand children’s behaviors and motivation.

Work collaboratively with the teaching team:

• Assist in supervising students across environments.
• Assist in preparing materials and setting up classrooms for daily activities.
• Assist in collecting, collating, and recording data.

• Minimum:
  At least two years of post‑secondary education or successful completion of the Praxis exam.
• Preferred:
  Coursework in a childhood‑related field (e.g., psychology, education, human development) and an associate or bachelor’s degree.

• Preferred:
  Experience working with children who have special needs.

• Work environment includes offices, classrooms, outdoor spaces, community preschools, and other school settings.
• Occasional exposure to weather extremes.
• Ability to tolerate high noise levels.
• Strength and stamina to safely restrain a student if necessary.

High‑school diploma plus at least two additional years of education; minimum of two years of experience in education or a related field; effective communication skills with students, parents, and staff.

As per the Master Agreement between the Burlington Board of School Commissioners and the Paraeducators of the Burlington School District.

Health and life insurance after 45 working days; dental benefits upon hiring.

Burlington School District provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. The district will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.