Transition Services: Special Education Paraeducator - Facilitator

Transition Services:
Special Education Para educator - Employment Facilitator

Date Available:

School Year

Paraeducators of Stamford Association, Inc./UPSEU

Per Para educator Contract Wage Schedule II.

The mission of Stamford Public Schools (SPS) is to provide an education that cultivates productive habits of mind, body and heart in every student. Our vision is for SPS to be a learning organization that continuously improves its effective, innovative and transformational teaching and learning. We will challenge, inspire and prepare all students to be productive contributing members of society.

SPS strives to hire exceptional, diverse, and passionate staff who help us achieve our mission and vision. If you share our commitment to Success for ALL, we would love for you to become a part of our learning community!

To learn more about our district, our individual schools, and why you should choose Stamford Public Schools, please !

To work with students to implement an Individual Transition Service Plan (ITP) in accordance with their Individual Education Plan (IEP). Employment Facilitators are responsible for supporting students in the 18‑21 programs to prepare them for post‑secondary, vocational, and independent living skills with the overarching goal of promoting student independence and autonomy.

See job description attached at the top of the posting for:
Major Responsibilities, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities, Qualifications.

• Major Responsibilities
• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
• Qualifications

Teachers dually certified in TESOL, Bilingual Education or ESL, with experience in Sheltered Instruction or fluency in a language other than English, will be given preference for all Stamford Public School positions.

Online application is required and must be filled out completely even if attaching a resume. “See attached resume” is not acceptable. Only submitted applications of candidates who meet the stated posting requirements will be considered.

To be considered for this position, please provide the following:

• A cover letter outlining your interest and qualifications.
• A current resume.
• External Candidates:
  Two (2) or more letters of reference, dated within the last two years, one of which is from either a current or recent supervisor or someone currently in a leadership role.

The filling of this position is based upon continued funding in the Board of Education budget.