Pre-Kindergarten Paraeducator - Talent Pool; N222-2627

Pre-Kindergarten Para educator - Talent Pool -  SY

Assist in the implementation of the Pre-Kindergarten (Infant/Toddler) program. Provide various forms of instructional assistance and support for the Pre-Kindergarten classrooms.

Supervise small group work to enable teachers to work with smaller or groups or individuals.

Assist in study hall, field trips and recess supervision of children.

Assist in producing, collecting, inventorying, and storing instructional materials.

Assist in accounting for money to be collected for field trips, etc.

Assist in maintaining school attendance records.

Procure, set up, operate and return instructional equipment.

Organize and supervise student work areas.

Assist in preparing bulletin boards and exhibits.

Notify the school administrator in such cases where behavior and/or other problems arise beyond Paraeducators control.

Assist in toileting and diapering of children as needed in accordance with health and safety standards and procedures.

Work with children individually and in small groups to reinforce basic skills and to check their use of instructional materials.

Assist in the development and construction of materials to be used in reinforcement activities.

Share in the maintenance of the classroom.

Help to interpret the instructional program to the community and encourage parent involvement.

Attend all in-service training/staff meetings offered by the department.

Perform other related duties as necessary

Associates Degree, or a High School Diploma with a passing score of 457 on the Para Pro assessment OR a passing score of 332 (Reading & Writing) and 334 (Mathematics) on the Para Pathways assessment - allowed 12 months from date of hire to pass Para Pathways assessment

Experience with in an Early Childhood program.

Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills, lesson and student assistance skills.

Demonstrated ability to work effective with diverse communities is essential.

Develop and maintain favorable relationships with administration, staff and parents.

Multi-Lingual (English/Spanish) skill desirable.

Pay will be commensurate with experience, education level, and in accordance with the Hartford Federation of Paraeducators' (HFP) Collective Bargaining Agreement salary schedule. This is a 10-month position, and the salary range for school year 2026 – 2027 is $25,900 to $48,651 per year.

Hartford Public Schools (Hartford, Connecticut) is a diverse community of educators and 16,000 students attending 39 distinctive magnet, community, and neighborhood schools located in Connecticut's capital city. Our values are excellence, equity, inclusiveness, collaboration, transparency, and continuous improvement. Our mission is to provide all students with the learning and support needed to succeed in school and life, and our shared vision is that all students will graduate prepared to transform our world.

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