Extraordinary Paraprofessional

Extraordinary Needs Paraprofessional

West Hartford Public Schools seeks a candidate with a proactive and positive attitude to fill a position for a full-time Extraordinary Needs Paraprofessional at Duffy Elementary School for the  school year. Candidates must be patient, respectful, and flexible with effective interpersonal skills. This is a 10-month position with full benefits working in the special needs program to support students with behavioral, social and emotional concerns.

Lifting and other physical duties are associated with this position. Prior experience preferred. Paraprofessionals are expected to exhibit professionalism, punctuality, and attentiveness of job responsibilities at all times. Please include a current resume and 3 letters of recommendation dated within the last 365 days Salary: per the paraprofessional contract.

Equity and Anti-Racism Vision We, the members of West Hartford Public Schools, dedicate ourselves to the pursuit of equity. Equitable schools are those that value and honor ALL in our community as unique individuals capable of maximizing their true potential. We make a solemn promise to identify and dismantle all elements of systemic racism and historical inequities. We vow to clear paths, with a relentless duty to those in traditionally marginalized groups.

We pledge to partner with ALL families in the service of the success of each child.