Job Description:

Title: Special Education Paraeducator, 32.5 Hours/week

School: Newtown High School

Starting Date: Immediately

Responsibilities:
 Work under the direction of special education teacher(s) to support individuals and/or small groups of
students in all areas of academics
 Ability to positively support the development of social-emotional skills
 Ability to implement behavior support strategies and collect data, as needed
 Ability to support student use of various learning strategies
 Ability to support independent living skills, as needed
 Provide assistance to teacher(s) in classroom tasks
 Assist in other various capacities, as needed
 Specific duties will vary based on grade level, content area, and student needs
Skills Required:
 Ability to assist in classroom instruction to support student learning
 Ability to follow through on direction(s)
 Ability to establish positive rapport with students
 Possess strong teamwork and communication skills
 Ability to remain calm, neutral and patient
 Adapt easily to change

Qualifications:
Must have completed the equivalent of 2 years of study at an institution of higher education, OR earned an Associate’s Degree (or higher), OR attained a passing score on the ETS ParaPro Assessment.

The Newtown Public School District values the benefits that a diverse workforce brings to our students and community.

We are committed to recruiting, supporting, mentoring, coaching and retaining a highly motivated, diverse, dedicated, and enthusiastic staff. We welcome your interest in joining us and look forward to meeting you!

Remuneration: In accordance with the paraeducator contract. New hire rate starting at $18.14 per hour

Interested candidates must apply online through the following link:
https://www.applitrack.com/newtown/onlineapp/default.aspx