Job Description:
POSTING DATE:       January 26, 2023
POSITION:                1.0 Paraeducator                                                           
SALARY RANGE:     $17.20 - $19.07 per hour (based on 2022-2025 contract)     
DEADLINE:              Until Filled                                           
            
Hebron Elementary School is looking for energetic and motivated Paraeducator to work with teachers and assist in the delivery of instructional and related services for students, knowledge of, and the ability to assist in instructing in reading, writing and mathematics.  Candidates will have to undergo a background check and submit up to 3 current letters of reference.  

Applicants who wish to apply should go to www.hebron.k12.ct.us – District – Job Postings.  Please click on Hebron Public Schools- ALL VACANCIES link to view and apply for position. In addition to application, please upload:  copy of Resume, Certification (if applicable), and current letters of reference.   JOB ID#396
 
Position Summary:
Paraeducators are required to work with students with special needs under the direction of a special education case manager to assist in the implementation of IEP goals and objectives. Supports and works in cooperation with the Principal, Director of Special Education, and assigned teacher in performing the varied tasks which must be dealt with in a classroom, cafeteria, playground, and throughout the school.  The ideal candidate has prior experience in this role, and is flexible to adapt to the changing nature of the demands of the class.
 
Supervisor/Evaluation:  Receives general supervision and performance evaluation from Principal, with significant input from teachers.
 
Qualifications: 

• 2 year s of Study of an institution of higher education  or Associate's Degree (or higher) or/and completed ParaPro Assessment (min 457 score)
• Prior experience working with students with special needs strongly desired
• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues
• Excellent interpersonal skills

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree in early childhood development or education
• Teacher certification(s)
• Experience working with special needs students
• Current First Aid and CPR certification preferred but not required 

Physical Requirements:
Other requirements include but are not limited to:  reaching, some lifting, standing, walking, carrying, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, sitting, and/or crawling. 
Note:  The above job description is illustrative and not all-inclusive of tasks and responsibilities of the position.
Non-Discrimination 
 Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action
The Hebron Board of Education is committed to a policy of equal opportunity/affirmative action for all qualified persons.  The Hebron Board of Education does not discriminate in any employment practice, education program, or educational activity on the basis of race, color, religious creed, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability (including, but not limited to, intellectual disability, past or present history of mental disorder, physical disability or learning disability), genetic information, access to Boy Scouts or other Designated Youth Groups or any other basis prohibited by Connecticut state and/or federal nondiscrimination laws.  Inquiries regarding the Hebron Board of Education’s nondiscrimination policies should be directed to:  Dr. Donald Briere  Title IX and Section 504 Coordinator Hebron Public Schools 580 Gilead Street, Hebron, Connecticut  06248 (860) 228-2577  dbriere@hebron.k12.ct.us