Educational Paraprofessional

Job Description:

Pre School Paraprofessional

Available:
Immediately

Hours:

Monday-Friday, 6.25 hours per day when school is in session and one day prior to students returning to school after the summer break (181 days per school year)

Qualifications:

* Must have two years of college credit; OR Associates Degree or higher; OR must provide evidence of having

passed the State Board of Education adopted paraprofessional assessment which assesses content

knowledge in mathematics, reading and writing and an understanding of how to assist in the instruction of

those topics. (In Connecticut, the Para Pro Examination is the recognized assessment.)

* Previous experience working with young children in a school setting a plus

* Must be flexible, creative, have a good sense of humor, and demonstrate strong organizational skills

* Must be highly motivated and self-directed

Salary and Benefits :
Per collective bargaining agreement. Comprehensive benefits.

Responsibilities:

* Assist students in one-to-one instruction and/or provide support for special education students in the general education classroom

* Implement IEP goals as directed by the Special Education teacher

* Collect data regarding student performance in the resource room and/or general education classroom

Applicants must submit the following:

* Formal letter of application addressed to Jennifer Hankla, Supervisor of Special Services

* Three letters of recommendation

* Transcripts from post-secondary education

* Internal applicants need only to submit a letter of application with an updated resume to the Supervisor of Special Services

Applications will only be accepted online at the district Web site:(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). A direct link to the application page is:

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Redding Public School District is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.