Paraeducator - Transportation
Job in
Stonington, New London County, Connecticut, 06378, USA
Listed on 2026-06-21
Listing for:
Stonington Public Schools
Part Time
position Listed on 2026-06-21
Job specializations:
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Education / Teaching
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Transportation
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Para educator - Transportation
- Position Type:
Support Staff - Date Posted: 6/26/2026
- Location:
District Wide - Date Available:
08/25/2026
SCHOOL:
District-wide
START DATE:
July 7, 2026
OPENINGS: 1 Part-time position: 29 hours per week
QUALIFICATIONS- Associate's Degree or passing score on CT Para Pathways Exam
- Ability to lift up to 40 lbs to assist students getting in and out of the vehicle
- Must be able to ride on a school bus or student transportation vehicle
- Physically able to navigate the stairs of vehicles and/or the emergency exits
The transportation para educator supervises and supports students as they travel to and from school on school buses and/or student transportation vehicles. Work hours are typically during school arrival and departure times, and occasionally include additional hours for field trips.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES- Supervise students during transport to and from school, including regular monitoring of issues related to student safety and emotional regulation
- Communicate effectively with school-age children
- Follow regular guidance and direction from school staff relative to managing student safety and behavior
- Follow directives from and communicate regularly with the Transportation Coordinator
- Work cooperatively with student vehicle drivers and/or bus drivers to best meet the needs of students being supervised
- Take direction from school staff to support student safety; adjust support strategies based upon individual student needs
- Demonstrate flexibility of assignment, within the parameters of weekly hours
- As trained, adapt an approach to accommodate students with disabilities and/or emotional challenges
- Complete assigned trainings as they pertain to supporting students with disabilities, including students with health-related issues
- Follow directives from the STV or bus driver in order to comply with all rules and safety mandates for student transportation vehicles
- Possess knowledge of District policies and regulations
- Perform other duties as assigned by the transportation coordinator and/or Director of Special Services
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