Program Assistant: JFK Elementary Alternative Classroom

Program Assistant: JFK Elementary Alternative Classroom

Winooski School District John F Kennedy - Winooski, Vermont Open in Google Maps

Job : 5934258

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 21, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

The Winooski School District is seeking a Program Assistant to work with special educators and students with emotional disabilities in our elementary alternative program. This program provides emotional, behavioral, and academic support to students Grades 2 - 5th. Responsibilities will include providing therapeutic and academic support to students regarding emotional regulation, academics, and social skills. The district will provide training in therapeutic crisis intervention.

Previous experience is a plus.

• Regular ongoing collaboration with special educators, clinical teams, and outside providers.
• Support the Special Educator with a day-to-day schedule.
• Participating in effective periodic meetings for assigned students.
• Soliciting and/or receiving regular feedback around interactions with students and around the needs of each student.
• Solid understanding of behavior & crisis plans.
• Support the special educator in maintaining accurate, timely data of students.
• The Winooski School District is a PreK through 12 system that is housed in one educational center. Employee must have the physical ability to perform the essential functions of the job
• Other additional duties may include but are not limited to recess, lunch and bus support.

There are physical requirements for these positions.

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories:

Instructional Support >
Paraprofessional / IA

Winooski School District is a Pre-K through 12 school system which is housed in one educational center. One of the diverse school districts in the State of Vermont, Winooski's teachers and staff are highly involved in professional development programs that help increase student achievement, address the needs of a diverse student population, and allow students to thrive in an engaging environment with high expectations.

• QUALIFICATIONS –
  High School diploma or equivalent, plus
  Minimum of 48 credit hours at an institution of higher education or Associate’s degree (or higher) or can meet a standard of quality through a formal State or local academic assessment.
  Candidates with experience working with children (school or other settings) and/or coursework relating to the field will be a plus.
  This candidate must be a team player who enjoys working with school-aged students, and has good classroom management skills.
• At least 2 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Associate degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

• Katherine Blair
• 60 Normand St.
• Winooski, Vermont 05404
• Phone:
• Fax:
• Email: kblair