Paraeducator​/GHS

Para educator Position at Gilead Hill School

Hebron Public Schools has a Para educator opening at Gilead Hill School for the  school year, starting in August 2026. This is a 10-month position.

Position Summary:

Paraeducators work with students with special needs under the direction of a special education case manager and classroom teacher to assist in the implementation of IEP goals and objectives. Supports and works in cooperation with the Principal, Dean of Students, Director of Special Education, and assigned teacher in performing the varied tasks within a classroom, cafeteria, playground, and throughout the school.

The ideal candidate has prior experience in this role, and is flexible to adapt to the changing nature of the demands of the class. They will work closely with an assigned teacher and support them in their duties. Typical tasks include working with students in groups and individually during lessons, assisting with lesson plans and materials.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Work with children individually and in small groups to reinforce basic skills and to check their use of instructional materials under the supervision of the teacher. As assigned, support implementation of students' Individual Education Program goals and objectives under the supervision of the responsible certified special education staff. As assigned, support implementation of students' behavior management plans under the supervision of the responsible certified special education staff.

Assist the teacher in the development and construction of materials to be used as reinforcement activities. Help to prepare the room, materials, and equipment for daily use. Provide routine non-teaching classroom procedures. Participate in staff meetings and in-service programs as requested by the principal, dean of students, or teacher. Provide supervision for non-classroom activities as directed by the principal and dean of students (bus arrival/departure, lunch room, and playground).

Plan with the teacher the execution of follow-up activities to reinforce initial instruction provided by the teacher. Model professional and ethical standards when dealing with students, parents, staff, and community, following and upholding school rules and standards. Safely supervise students in both instructional and assessment activities in and out of the classroom.

Skills:

Effective communication skills; oral, written and visual with adults and children Understanding of basic principles of childhood development Familiarity with educational software or willingness to learn

Qualifications:

Associates Degree, 2 years of higher education, or passing score on the Para Pathways Assessment Prior experience working with students strongly desired Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues Excellent interpersonal skills Current First Aid and CPR certification preferred but not required

Benefits Offered:
Paid Time Off:
Includes sick and personal Comprehensive Health Coverage:
Medical, dental, and vision insurance options. Health Savings Account (HSA):
Available with enrollment in the medical plan. Financial Protection:
Employer-provided Life Insurance and optional Long-Term Disability. Retirement Plans: 403(b) plan and a Town Pension Plan (subject to vesting period)

Physical Requirements:

Other requirements include but are not limited to: safely perform restraints/physical escorts, reaching, some lifting, standing, walking, carrying, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, sitting, and/or crawling.

Non-Discrimination:
The Hebron Board of Education is committed to a policy of equal opportunity/affirmative action for all qualified persons. The Hebron Board of Education does not discriminate in any employment practice, education program, or educational activity on the basis of race, color, religious creed, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability (including, but not limited to, intellectual disability, past or present history of mental disorder, physical disability or learning disability), genetic information, access to Boy Scouts or other Designated Youth Groups or any other basis prohibited by Connecticut State and/or Federal non-discrimination laws.

Inquiries regarding the Hebron Board of Education's non-discrimination policies should be directed to:
Dr. Donald Briere Title IX and Section 504 Coordinator Hebron Public Schools 580 Gilead Street, Hebron, Connecticut