Paraeducator - Montessori; SY

Para educator - Montessori  SY)

Date Posted: 5/14/2026

Location:

Brookside Elementary School

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

• 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 the 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 in using computers, iPads, or other media to access the curriculum
• Maintain respect at all times for confidential information
• Perform responsibilities listed under all para educators up to and including the fifth bulleted item and;
• Supervise large group work to enable teachers to work with smaller groups or individuals
• Assist in field trips and recess supervision of children
• Organize and supervise student work areas, preparation of the Montessori environment daily
• Assist in preparing bulletin boards and exhibits
• Correct objective tests and assignments
• Maintain order in the classroom and establish a quiet learning environment; notify the classroom teacher when behavior and/or other problems arise beyond the para educator's control.
• Assist with toileting 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 Montessori materials.
• Assist in the development and construction of Montessori materials to be used in reinforcement activities.
• Share in classroom maintenance.
• Attend all in-service training/staff meetings offered by the department.
• Perform other related duties as necessary.

• 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 the teacher, supervisor, Principal, or ELL Instructional Specialist
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the teacher, Principal, Special Education Supervisor, or ELL Instructional Specialist

• 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

• High School diploma or equivalency
• 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
• For Special Education Paraeducators—specific experience working with students with high management needs is preferred
• May require fluency in Spanish
• Bilingual Paraeducators must demonstrate native-like fluency in Spanish or Haitian Creole
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent and/or Norwalk Board of Education may find appropriate
• Minimum of an Associate's Degree
• AMI Montessori Assistant Training Completion, or AMI Montessori teacher training enrollment.
• Experience in classroom management from a Montessori perspective and coverage.
• Patience and understanding of children with Special…