Instructional Paraeducator

PLEASE POSTMiddle Gate School7 Cold Spring Road Newtown, CT 06470

July 29, 2026

Title:

Instructional Para educator, 27.5 Hours/week

Starting Date :
August 2026

• Work under the direction of general education teacher(s) to support individuals and/or small groups of students in the areas of reading, writing and/or math
• Ability to positively support the development of social-emotional skills
• Provide assistance to teacher(s) in classroom tasks
• Assist in other various capacities, as needed
• Specific duties will vary based on grade level, content area, and student needs

• Ability to assist in classroom instruction to support student learning
• Ability to follow through on directions
• Ability to establish positive rapport with students
• Possess strong teamwork and communication skills
• Ability to remain calm, neutral and patient
• Adapt s easily to change

• Must have com pleted the equivalent o f 2 years of study at an institution of higher education, OR e arned an Associate’s Degree (or higher), OR attained a passing score on the ETS Para Pro Assessment .

As per the current para educator contract.

The Newtown Public School District values the benefits that a diverse workforce brings to our students and community. We are committed to recruiting, supporting, mentoring, coaching and retaining a highly motivated, diverse, dedicated, and enthusiastic staff. We welcome your interest in joining us and look forward to meeting you!

The Newtown Public School District is committed to a policy of equal opportunity/affirmative action for all qualified persons. The Newtown Public School District does not discriminate in any employment practice, education program, or educational activity on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, alienage, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by Connecticut state and/or federal nondiscrimination laws, except in the case of a bona fide occupational qualification.