Job Description:

Putnam Elementary School is seeking an innovative and motivated special education paraeducator. The ideal candidate will creatively and collaboratively inspire a love of learning, deliver high quality instructional support, and reinforce a caring supportive environment to help each student reach their potential. Putnam Elementary School offers a strong, collaborative culture of caring educators who leverage resources to nurture and challenge our students. Putnam facilitates strong district-wide alignment and support across all three schools in the district to ensure the student’s educational experience prepares them for the real world.  

POSITION:  Paraeducator

• Full-time: 35 hours per week  
• Special Education at Putnam Elementary School  

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:             

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent (Required)
• ParaPro Test or equivalent of 2 year’s college credits - 60 credits (Required)
• Experience working in a school system preferred

START DATE: Immediate opening

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:   
EXTERNAL APPLICANTS: Please submit your application through our website: www.putnamschoolsct.org
INTERNAL APPLICANTS: Please submit a letter of interest to Kaye Jakan, Principal, Putnam Elementary School and Rebecca Lopes, Director of Student Services

APPLICATION CLOSING DATE: Open until filled



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