Special Education Paraprofessional

Position Details

Position Type:
Paraprofessional / Special Education

Date Posted: 10/20/2025

Location:

Norris Elementary School

Date Available:

School Year

Closing Date:
Open until filled

Salary:
Per contract; hourly rate $18.21 - $24.87 with additional wage differentials as applicable.

East Hartford Public Schools Para educator provides instructional and behavioral support to students under the direction and supervision of a student services administrator. The primary role is to assist in the implementation of individualized education programs (IEPs) and support the physical, emotional, and educational needs of students in various instructional settings.

• Prepare, organize, and distribute instructional materials and equipment to ensure student accessibility and engagement.
• Assist in maintaining an organized, safe, and productive student work environment.
• Support student learning and assist in the implementation of curriculum-based activities.
• Reinforce academic and behavioral lessons introduced by the teacher, working with students individually or in small groups.
• Support students’ physical and emotional needs, including mobility assistance, self-care, and emotional regulation.
• Score objective tests and student assignments, and assist in the preparation of instructional and adaptive materials under the supervision of a teacher.
• Supervise and assist students during field trips, on the playground, and during lunch periods.
• Assist students on and off school buses or vans safely and efficiently.
• Support students during scheduled classes including specialized areas such as music, art, and physical education.
• Serve as a key source of continuity and support for substitute teachers by providing information about classroom routines, student needs, and instructional activities.
• Communicate regularly with the classroom teacher to align on goals, student progress, and instructional strategies.
• Participate in professional development and in-service training as assigned.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the supervisor, supervising teacher or administrator.

• Associate’s Degree or equivalent sixty (60) college credits, or proof of passing the ETS Para Pro Assessment.
• Current, valid certification and/or license.
• Ability to work 6.25 hours per day.

• Online Application
• Letter of Interest
• Resume
• Copy of valid certification and/or license
• Transcripts (if applicable)
• Three current letters of recommendation
• Proof of passing the ETS Para Pro Assessment or Associate’s Degree/sixty (60) college credits

Salary and benefits in accordance with the negotiation agreement between the East Hartford Public Schools and the East Hartford Federation of Paraeducators. Hourly rate $18.21 - $24.87 with additional wage differentials as applicable.