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West Hartford Public Schools.

Extraordinary Needs Paraprofessional

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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

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Openings as of 9/3/2026 force display?

True Openings as of 9/3/2026
Extraordinary Needs Paraprofessional JobID:
3048
Position Type:
Support Staff/ Paraprofessional Date Posted:
9/2/2026
Location:
Bugbee Elementary School Date Available:
ASAP Closing Date:
09/16/2026 West Hartford Public Schools seeks an Extraordinary Needs Paraprofessional at Bugbee Elementary School to support students with special education needs and facilitate access to the learning environment. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
  • Work directly with students who have special education needs to create access to their learning environment and support unique needs and abilities.
  • Assist with physical duties, which may include helping with mobility and self-care routines.
The role emphasizes professionalism, punctuality, and attentiveness to job responsibilities, contributing to an inclusive classroom community. Please include a current resume and 3 letters of recommendation dated within the last 365 days
Salary:
per the paraprofessional contract. Equity and Anti-Racism Vision We, the members of West Hartford Public Schools, dedicate ourselves to the pursuit of equity. Equitable schools are those that value and honor ALL in our community as unique individuals capable of maximizing their true potential. We make a solemn promise to identify and dismantle all elements of systemic racism and historical inequities. We vow to clear paths, with a relentless duty to those in traditionally marginalized groups. We pledge to partner with ALL families in the service of the success of each child. Attachment(s): WHFEP Contract Email To A Friend Print Version Postings current as of 9/3/2026 12:09:53 AM CST. Powered by Aspex Solutions
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