Paraeducator - Out of School Suspension - Group ; SY

Position: Para educator - Out of School Suspension - Group 1 (2025-2026 SY)
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SCHOOL YEAR

PARA EDUCATOR (GROUP
1) - OUT-OF-SCHOOL SUSPENSION

FUTURE READY

Position Description

Under the direct supervision of a classroom teacher, the para educator supports students to participate in their educational program.

SCHOOL YEAR

PARA EDUCATOR (GROUP
1) - OUT-OF-SCHOOL SUSPENSION

FUTURE READY

Position Description

Under the direct supervision of a classroom teacher, the para educator supports students to participate in their educational program.

Essential Functions

ALL PARAEDUCATORS:

• Assist in the implementation of the Norwalk Board of Education and administrative policies, rules, regulations and directives
• Follow Norwalk school policy to ensure student safety
• Follow teacher’s oral or written directions with accuracy
• Assist the teacher with the implementation of classroom instructional goals and Section 504 plans
• Assist students with classwork individually or in small groups
• Assist the teacher in maintaining student records of attendance
• Assist the teacher with documentation of student progress
• Assist the teacher with the preparation and distribution of lesson plan materials
• Encourage students to interact appropriately with peers
• Assist students during recess, breaks, emergency drills, assemblies, on school buses and field trips
• Assist and support students to use computers, iPads or other media to access curriculum
• Maintain respect at all times for confidential information

Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Ability to communicate ideas and directives clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing
• Effective, active listening skills
• Ability to record data with accuracy
• Ability to work effectively with others
• Ability to implement teacher directives related to instructional and behavioral goals effectively
• Organizational and problem solving skills

Other Duties And Responsibilities

• Interact in a positive manner with staff, students, parents, and visitors
• Promote good public relations by personal appearance, attitude, and conversation
• Maintain a level of approachability by administration, staff, parents, and visitors
• Respond to questions and requests in a timely and appropriate manner
• Attend meetings and professional development activities as recommended by teacher, supervisor or Principal
• Perform other related duties as assigned by teacher, Principal, Special Education or Supervisor

Qualifications/Certificates

• High school diploma or equivalency and Para Pro Certificate
• Bachelor’s Degree, preferred
• Associate’s degree in education or related field, or Para Pro Certificate, or two (2) years of college
• Two (2) years of experience working with children or young adults in a school setting, preferred
• Fluency in Spanish preferred
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent and/or Norwalk Board of Education may find appropriate

Days:
Monday – Friday (27.5 hours weekly/schedule determined by Principal)

Salary:
In accordance with the collective bargaining agreement

Bargaining Unit: NFEP

Group:
One

Benefits:
Limited Available

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www.norwalkps.org/applynow

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NORWALK IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

It is the policy of the Norwalk Board of Education to ensure equal educational opportunity for all students and to prohibit unlawful discrimination because of race, color, religion, creed, age, marital status, national origin, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, transgender status or physical and mental disability in the school district's educational program and activities; and to prohibit unlawful discrimination in employment because of race, color, religion, creed, age, marital status, national origin, gender pregnancy, veteran status, gender identity or expression, transgender status, sexual orientation or physical and mental disability.

08.06.2025

Seniority level

• Seniority level
  
  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type
  
  Part-time

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  Education and Training
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