Educational Assistant ~ RSD#7 Middle School
Listed on 2026-08-05
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Education / Teaching
Teacher Assistant/ Paraprofessional, Special Needs / Learning Disabilities, Special Education Assistant
Special Education Educational Assistant
Position
Description:
Special Education Educational Assistant
Dates:
August 24, 2026 ~ School Year ~ Position is a 10 month position ~ Closing Date:
Open Until Filled
Salary: $22.81 to $24.10 per hour. After a probation period, the position includes sick days, personal leave, paid holidays and benefits. All information is outlined in the Local RSD#7 Educational Assistants' Contractual Agreement.
Qualifications:
- Associate degree or equivalent or successful completion of the para-pro test
- Experience working with students and/or within the school setting is preferred
- Experience working with students with exceptionalities is preferred (i.e., learning disabilities, attention deficit (hyperactivity) disorder, emotional disability, etc.)
- Student-centered and flexible approach working with students and staff
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to work cooperatively with colleagues and under the supervision of Special Education teacher
- Perform other delegated non-instructional responsibilities as assigned by the Special Education teacher or Administration
- Ability to maintain strict confidentiality regarding assigned students
- Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions
- Strong computer and technology skills
- Excellent organizational skills
- Physical stamina:
The capacity to perform a range of support responsibilities including, but not limited to, transferring and lifting, feeding, and cleaning for all areas of health, function, and hygiene with students who have significant needs in those areas. The ability to sit for long periods (at a desk and on the floor), kneel, bend at the waist, run, and walk
To Apply:
Please apply online at: The application to include:
- Letter of interest
- Resume
- Three letters of recommendation
Cover Letter To:
Mr. Ryan Cornelius, MS Principal Marie McManus, Special Education Supervisor Regional School District No. 7 100 Battistoni Drive Winsted, CT 06098
Regional School District No. 7 is an Equal Opportunity Employer and by policy does not discriminate against a person because of age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, handicap or gender identity
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