Extended Instructional Support Paraeducators

Extended School Year Instructional Support Paraeducators

• Position Type:
  Seasonal
• Date Posted: 3/18/2026
• Location:
  
  Ledyard Public Schools

Ledyard Public Schools is seeking several Instructional Support Paraeducators for the Extended School Year program. The para educators work under the direct supervision of a certified staff member and will assist with students in person.

The Extended School Year program will run July 6 – July 31, Monday-Thursday, from 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM. Staff will be expected to be on-site 8:30 AM - 1:30 PM to assist with arrival and dismissal.

• Assists and works with students to reinforce reading, language arts, mathematics, ADLs, and other skills as identified by the supervising teacher
• Works with students individually and in small groups to implement assigned programs and tasks
• Assists with classroom behavioral management to minimize disruptions, support a safe and orderly classroom, and ensure students are on task
• Follows all applicable safety rules, procedures, and regulations governing the proper manner of assistance for all students
• Performs any other related duties as assigned

Note:

The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

• Genuine interest in serving the needs of special education students and the ability to implement assigned learning activities provided by the supervising teacher
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of information regarding students, employees, and others
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, staff, and others contacted in the course of work
• Effective writing and verbal communication skills

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Two years of college credit or hold an associate's (or higher) degree or evidence of having passed Para Pro Assessment
• Previous experience working with special education students in inclusive and small-group settings is preferred

• Rate of Pay 17.51/hour:
  Current District Paraeducators are paid current rate.

Applications will only be accepted online. Review of applications may begin immediately.

Please visit the Ledyard Public Schools website  or access the application at  to apply.

As an equal opportunity employer, the Ledyard Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, status as a veteran, status as a victim of domestic violence, marital status, pregnancy or related conditions, national origin, protective hairstyles, alienage, ancestry, age, disability or any other basis prohibited by law.