Special Education Paraeducator

Posting Information

Date Posted: 11/18/2025

Location:

Putnam Middle School

Position Type:
Student Support Services/ Para educator

Special Education Para educator

Full-Time: 35 hours per week

Putnam Middle School is seeking a compassionate, resilient, and dedicated Special Education Para educator to join our team, specifically supporting students within a specialized program. This full-time role is crucial in empowering middle schoolers with diverse and often intensive learning needs, helping them navigate their academic, social, and emotional growth in a structured and supportive environment.

Putnam Middle School fosters a strong, collaborative culture of caring educators who leverage resources to nurture and challenge our students. Our district facilitates robust district-wide alignment and support across all three schools, ensuring each student’s educational experience comprehensively prepares them for the real world.

• Provide direct academic, behavioral, and social-emotional support to middle school students within a specialized special education program.
• Assist in implementing individualized education plans (IEPs) and behavioral intervention plans (BIPs) under the guidance of certified special education teachers.
• Facilitate small group and one-on-one instruction, reinforcing learning concepts and adapting materials as needed.
• Support students with daily living skills, organization, and transitions between activities or settings.
• Collaborate closely with special education teachers, therapists, and other school staff to foster a consistent and therapeutic learning environment.
• Help manage classroom dynamics and implement positive behavior strategies.

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• Successful completion of the Para Pro Assessment OR at least 60 college credits from an accredited institution.
• Experience working in a school system is preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with students, showing patience, empathy, and a commitment to fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment.
• Ability to follow directions from certified staff, maintain a high degree of professionalism, and ensure confidentiality at all times.

Immediate Opening

$19.67 - $21.74 per hour (based on contractual requirements)

External Applicants:
Please submit your application through our website:(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..org

Internal Applicants:
Please submit a letter of interest and updated resume to Gregory Keith, Principal and Rebecca Lopes, Director of Student Services

Final date to receive applications:
Open until filled

Equal Opportunity Employer