Special Education PreK Paraeducator 37.5
Putnam Public Schools
Putnam, CT
Education / Training
POSITION: Special Education PreK Paraeducator
Full-Time: 37.5 hours per week
Putnam Elementary School is looking for a caring, flexible, and dependable Special Education PreK Paraeducator to join our team for the 2026-2027 school year! In this vital full-time role, you'll support PreK students with diverse learning needs, offering academic, behavioral, and social-emotional assistance primarily within the PreK classroom and various school settings.
Putnam Elementary School fosters a strong, collaborative culture of caring educators who leverage resources to nurture and challenge our students. Our district facilitates robust district-wide alignment and support across all three schools, ensuring each student's educational experience comprehensively prepares them for the real world.
Major Duties & Responsibilities
RATE OF PAY: $20.36 - $22.50 per hour * based on contractual requirements
Application Procedure
EXTERNAL APPLICANTS: Please submit your application through our website: www.putnamschoolsct.org
INTERNAL APPLICANTS: Please submit a letter of interest and updated resume to Patricia Bryant Beausoleil, Director of the Putnam Family Resource Center and Rebecca Lopes, Director of Student Services
APPLICATION CLOSING DATE: Open until filled
Equal Opportunity Employer
Full-Time: 37.5 hours per week
Putnam Elementary School is looking for a caring, flexible, and dependable Special Education PreK Paraeducator to join our team for the 2026-2027 school year! In this vital full-time role, you'll support PreK students with diverse learning needs, offering academic, behavioral, and social-emotional assistance primarily within the PreK classroom and various school settings.
Putnam Elementary School fosters a strong, collaborative culture of caring educators who leverage resources to nurture and challenge our students. Our district facilitates robust district-wide alignment and support across all three schools, ensuring each student's educational experience comprehensively prepares them for the real world.
Major Duties & Responsibilities
- Support PreK students with diverse learning needs, providing academic, behavioral, and social-emotional assistance.
- Work collaboratively with the lead teacher and specialists to implement instructional and behavioral plans.
- Help create a positive and inclusive learning environment for all students.
- Adapt to evolving student needs and assist with classroom activities, including play-based learning and transitions.
- High School Diploma or GED equivalent
- Successful completion of the ParaPro Assessment OR at least 60 college credits from an accredited institution.
- Child Development Associate (CDA) is preferred.
- Experience working in a school system is preferred.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively with students, showing patience, empathy, and a commitment to fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment.
- Ability to follow directions from certified staff, maintain a high degree of professionalism, and ensure confidentiality at all times.
RATE OF PAY: $20.36 - $22.50 per hour * based on contractual requirements
Application Procedure
EXTERNAL APPLICANTS: Please submit your application through our website: www.putnamschoolsct.org
INTERNAL APPLICANTS: Please submit a letter of interest and updated resume to Patricia Bryant Beausoleil, Director of the Putnam Family Resource Center and Rebecca Lopes, Director of Student Services
APPLICATION CLOSING DATE: Open until filled
Equal Opportunity Employer
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The mission of the Putnam Public Schools, in partnership with the community, is to empower all individuals and inspire lifelong learning by providing a diverse and engaging educational experience.
Our goal is to raise academic expectations and increase achievement for all students by:
1. Implementing a standards-based district improvement plan.
2. Providing high quality instruction with (utilizing) research-based professional development and evaluation.
3. Expanding communication and participation of students, families, staff and the community.
4. Collecting, analyzing and utilizing student performance data.
5. Improving the learning environment in Putnam.