Rutland Town School- Pre-K Paraeducator

Greater Rutland County Supervisory Union Rutland Town School
- Rutland, Vermont Open in Google Maps

• Job : 5812302
• Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled
• Posted: Jul 01, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)
• Starting Date: Aug 25, 2026

Rutland Town School is seeking an enthusiastic, patient, and dedicated individual to join our early childhood team as a Pre-K Para educator. In this role, you will work closely with the classroom teacher to create a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment where students ages 3–5 can learn, play, and grow.

• Classroom Support:
  Assist the lead teacher in implementing daily lessons, managing classroom transitions, and providing instructional support.
• Student Engagement:
  Support young learners in developing social, emotional, and academic skills through play and structured activities.
• Daily Operations:
  Help prepare learning centers, organize snacks, set up rest areas, and maintain a clean, safe, and orderly classroom environment.
• Supervision & Coverage:
  Provide attentive supervision during classroom activities, recess, and transitions, stepping in for classroom coverage as needed.

• Education:
  
  Associate degree preferred (or equivalent credits/para educator certification).
• Certifications:
  
  CPR/First Aid certification required. (
  
  Note:
  
  If you are not currently certified, training will be arranged and provided by the Supervisory Union).
• Skills:
  
  A genuine love for working with early childhood students, strong communication skills, patience, and a collaborative team-player mindset.

Position Type: Full-time

Salary: $18 to $26 Per Hour

Job Categories: Instructional Support >
Paraprofessional / IA

• At GRCSU, we seek passionate educators and staff who are committed to fostering academic excellence, personal growth, and a lifelong love of learning. Our mission is to engage and empower students to achieve academic and personal success, preparing them to be responsible citizens who embrace a love for learning. Driven by our Strategic Plan and Portrait of a Graduate, GRCSU offers a distinctive educational experience, characterized by small schools and intimate class sizes that provide a safe, supportive, and student-centered learning environment.
  
  We have a structured mentoring program that offers newly hired teachers the guidance and support they need to succeed. Our schools are known for their positive, collaborative cultures, where innovation and professional growth are valued, and our educators enjoy the flexibility to design creative, differentiated lessons that meet the diverse needs of all learners. We are seeking innovative and dedicated professionals who are eager to contribute to our forward-thinking educational community—one that nurtures potential, fosters curiosity, and prepares students for success in an ever-evolving world.
  
  At GRCSU, you’ll find the support, resources, and opportunity to grow and make a difference in students’ lives.

• At least 3 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Associate degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

• Sarah Tetzlaff
• 1612 Post Road
• Rutland, Vermont 05701
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• Email: sarah.tetzlaff