Ledyard Public Schools is seeking Paraprofessionals for the Resource program beginning in the 2022-2023 school year. The instructional paraprofessional, under the direct supervision of a certified staff member, assists with students in the classroom to meet instructional goals and objectives.

Job Responsibilities:

• Assists and guides students to reinforce reading, language arts, mathematics, computer instruction, and other skills
• Works with students individually and in small groups to reinforce basic learning and implement assigned programs
• Assists professional staff in the administration and correction of classroom exercises, tests and assessments
• Assists in classroom preparations and strategies for reinforcing instructional materials and skills according to individual student needs
• Assists with record-keeping procedures to document student learning and performance
• Assists with classroom behavioral management to minimize disruptions, ensure a safe and orderly classroom, and ensure students are on task
• Assists students in non-instructional areas, such as supervising the student lunch programs, bus duty, playground duty, corridor, study hall, and other related non-instructional areas
• Accompanies students on field trips for the purpose of assisting with supervision
• Constructs, copies and distribute and use educational materials as needed
• Assists teacher with parent contact as requested to foster effective and participatory parent involvement in student education
• Assists students with special needs in all aspects of classroom instruction to maximize inclusion, learning, achievement if IEP objectives, etc
• Participates in IEP process and serves as resource for the student personnel evaluation team as needed
• Assists students with physical or mental disabilities with activities of daily living for the purpose of maximizing their ability to participate in school or learning activities
• Follows all applicable safety rules, procedures and regulations governing the proper manner of assistance for all students, including those with disabilities or other special needs
• Assists guidance, pupil services staff or building administration, as needed
• Performs any other related duties as assigned

Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Genuine interest in serving the needs of students and the ability to operate within the philosophy of the program
• Ability to carry out instructions furnished in written or oral form
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide, and perform arithmetic operations as needed to assist students
• Ability to understand, apply and use personal computers and software applications (e.g., Word, Excel)
• Ability to work with a diverse group of individuals
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of information regarding students, employees and others
• Ability to establish a supportive and compassionate relationship with students with special needs
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, staff and others contacted in the course of work
• Ability to report work orally or in writing to supervisor as required
• Effective writing and verbal communication skills

Qualifications:

• Two years of college credit or hold an associate's (or higher) degree or evidence of having passed Para Pro Assessment preferred
• Previous experience working with students in inclusive and small group settings preferred
• Previous experience working with special education students preferred
• Willingness to be trained to assist all instructional and behavioral needs of the students
• May require placing and securing students on a bus and riding the bus to and from school daily of some students
• Ability and willingness to carry over and apply skills from ongoing training
• Experience working within the school setting preferred
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work cooperatively with colleagues and under the supervision of program teacher
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality regarding assigned students
• Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions
• Prior experience working with special needs students preferred
• Professional demeanor.

Essential Job Functions

• Works in standard office and school building environments.
• Ability to work outdoors during outdoor student activities.
• Travel between schools, or between schools and central offices, may be required for certain positions.

Pay and Benefits:

• Per the Ledyard Paraprofessionals Agreement
• 28.5 hours a week, follows the school calendar
• Starting pay $15.00 per hour
• Paid time off

To Apply:
Applications will only be accepted online. Review of applications may begin immediately.
Please visit the Ledyard Public Schools website,http://www.ledyard.net/district/employment_opportunities
or
Access the application at: https://www.applitrack.com/ledyard/onlineapp/ to apply.

As an equal opportunity employer, the Ledyard Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, age, marital status, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or expression, disability (including pregnancy), status as a Veteran, or any classification protected by state or federal law.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From $15.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Paid time off

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

COVID-19 considerations:
Staff and students are required to wear a mask and be vaccinated.

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Ledyard, CT 06339: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: One location

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