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Stafford Public Schools

Paraeducator - Special Education

Pay: $21.15–$22.89/hr

Posted: 5 weeks ago

Location: Stafford, CT (Onsite)

Last Updated: 1 week ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 9/26/2026

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What they do

A Teacher Assistant assists classroom teachers by providing extra individual attention and instruction to students. Helps teachers with recordkeeping, preparation for lessons and activities and supervising students. May work with special education students, or work in a school library or computer lab; may be called teacher aide or paraprofessional.

$39,399 / year median in Connecticut

+11% projected growth

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Job Description

STAFFORD PUBLIC SCHOOLS OFFICE OF THE SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS

July 30, 2026 NON-CERTIFIED

POSITION POSITION

Paraeducator, Special Education, Full-time (32.50 hours per week)

LOCATION

West Stafford School

REQUIREMENTS

Associates Degree or equivalent, or a passing score on the ParaPro Assessment Experience working with individuals with intellectual disabilities preferred

RESPONSIBILITIES

Works with students individually, in small groups, and/or whole groups in the educational setting providing assistance as directed by a certified teacher. Provides students additional opportunities to practice academic, social, behavioral, life and vocational skills. Assists classroom teacher with monitoring student behavior and records behavior data when required by the

IEP / 504

plan. Implements recommendations of the

PPT/ 504

Team to support attainment of IEP goals or implements 504 plan. Implements recommendations of pupil services and related services personnel for specific students. Provides modifications and accommodations as specified by the IEP or 504 plan and behavior plans. Integrates assistive technology as required by the IEP or 504 plan. Assists students with physical care needs which may include routinely changing diapers and other life skills. Reports observations of student progress and concerns to the supervising teacher. Maintains confidentiality of student/staff/school-related information at all times. Shares student information only with supervising teacher, appropriate pupil services and related services personnel, and school administrator(s). Assists in cafeteria, auditorium, gym, recess, homeroom, playground, playing fields, bus loading/unloading, and at work sites. Displays a positive and courteous attitude. Follows all Board of Education policies. Performs other duties as assigned by the administrator(s).

HOURLY RATE OF PAY

$21.15 - $22.89, Commensurate with Experience

AVAILABILITY

8/25/26

CLOSING DATE:

Until Filled (will be posted for a minimum of 5 days) Interested candidates should apply on-line (link available at www.stafford.k12.ct.us> Employment Opportunities) and include a resume and three (3) letters of reference. E.O.E. Posting #20 RR190803 [CC# 657]