Paraspecialist; Anticipated

Para specialist (Anticipated, up to 2 positions)

Location:

Shelburne Community School

This position will remain open until filled. Applications received within the first seven days of posting will receive priority consideration. Internal candidates will also be prioritized over external applicants during this initial seven-day window.

Shelburne Community School (SCS) is seeking up to two full-time (2.00 FTE) energetic Para specialists to join our special education team starting the  school year. We are looking for skilled, caring individuals to provide intensive 1:1 support in the areas of multi-layered curriculum, communication, and behavior across all school settings.

This position is vital to our mission of ensuring all students achieve grade-level expectations through specialized support and inclusive practices. The successful candidates will be strong advocates for student growth and positive contributors to our collaborative school community.

• Providing direct, intensive support for students in the areas of multi-layered curriculum or curriculum overlapping.
• Facilitating communication, behavioral support, and activities of daily living across various school settings.
• Directing, adjusting, or developing elements of student instructional and behavioral plans under the supervision of a licensed professional.
• Integrating instructional, behavioral, and communication interventions seamlessly into the classroom.
• Collecting, maintaining, and interpreting student data to track progress.
• Promoting child growth by fostering independence so that students can fully participate in school activities.
• Thriving within a teaming environment, working independently when needed while maintaining high levels of collaboration with school teams.

• A deep commitment to equitable instructional practices and inclusive education.
• Demonstrated strength in problem-solving and working as a collaborative team member.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with a proven ability to build strong rapport with students.
• Exceptional organizational skills and a flexible, creative approach to meeting student needs.
• A willingness to learn and implement specialized instructional and behavioral support strategies.
• A positive and productive spirit that contributes to a welcoming school environment.

Please apply via School Spring with a cover letter, resume, and two letters of reference.

This position offers a competitive salary and benefits package based upon qualifications, education, and experience. More information about CVSD can be found on our district website.

CVSD is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to ensuring that all of our students achieve our mission—which means we are also committed to developing a faculty and staff that represents the inclusive, welcoming environment we seek to develop for students and families.

Job

Position Type: Full-Time School Year

Salary: $28.62 to $30.53 Per Hour

Final date to receive applications: Jun 30, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Categories:
Instructional Support >
Individual Aide;
Instructional Support >
Paraprofessional / IA

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

• Antonia Trono
• SHELBURNE COMMUNITY
• Email: atrono