All Other Positions Special Education Paraprofessional/Paraprofessional

Connecticut REAP

Monroe, CT

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
CPR Certification, Cafeteria, Child Development, Conflict Resolution, Documentation Format, Emergency Procedures, Emergency Response, English Language, Establish Priorities, First Aid, High School Diploma, Higher Education, Identify Issues, Mathematics, Medical Equipment, Multitasking, Music Education, Office Equipment, People Management, Physical Education, Problem Solving Skills, Project Tracking, Record Keeping, Special Education, Staff Training, Student Conduct, Team Player, Training/Teaching
LOCATION
Monroe, CT
POSTED
4 days ago

Job Description:

Monroe Public Schools has a vacancy for your consideration. Please find the details below.

30 hour paraeducator - Jockey Hollow Middle School

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Category: Paraeducators/Paraeducator Regular Education - High School

Date Posted: 7/23/2026

Location: Jockey Hollow Middle School

Date of Availability: 08/26/2026

Date Closing: 08/17/2026

30 Hours - Jockey Hollow Middle School Paraprofessional

Essential Functions

  • Adapts classroom activities, assignments and/or materials under the direction of the supervising teacher for the purpose of supporting and reinforcing classroom objectives.
  • Administers tests, homework, make-up work, etc. for the purpose of supporting teachers in the classroom.
  • Communicates with supervising instructional staff, professional support personnel, for the purpose of assisting in evaluating progress and/or implementing IEP objectives.
  • Implements under the supervision of assigned teacher, behavioral plans designed by IEP team for students with behavior disorders or other special conditions for the purpose of presenting and/or reinforcing learning concepts.
  • Monitors students during assigned periods within a variety of school environments (e.g. rest rooms, art, music, physical education, playgrounds, hallways, bus loading zones, cafeteria, parking lots, vocational learning program, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining a safe and positive learning environment.
  • Provides under the supervision of assigned teacher, instruction to students in a variety of individual and group activities (e.g. academic subjects, social skills, daily living skills, etc.) for the purpose of reinforcing instructional objectives; implementing IEP plans; and ensuring students success in school.
  • Responds to emergency situations for the purpose of resolving immediate safety concerns.
  • Attends meetings and in-service presentations/workshops (e.g. first aid, CPR, emergency procedures, technology, etc.) for the purpose of acquiring and/or conveying information relative to job functions.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.

Other Functions

Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

SKILLS are required to perform multiple tasks with a potential need to upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skill-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: adhering to safety practices; operating standard office equipment including using pertinent software applications; preparing and maintaining accurate records.

KNOWLEDGE is required to: perform basic math (including calculations using fractions, percents, and/or ratios); know the English language/grammar; read a variety of manuals; write documents following prescribed formats; and/or present information to others; and understand complex, multi-step written and oral instructions. Specific knowledge-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: movement; medical equipment; instructional procedures and practices; age appropriate student activities; safety practices and procedures; conflict resolution; and stages of child development/ behavior.

ABILITY is required to perform the following job functions: communicating and ability to work with diverse groups of children; establishing a supportive and compassionate relationship with assigned students and staff; maintaining confidentiality; setting priorities; working as part of a team; and working with frequent interruptions.

Also, ability is required to collate data, schedule activities, and use basic, job-related equipment. Flexibility is required to work with others in a variety of circumstances. Problem solving is required to identify issues and create action plans.

Experience Job related experience is desired.

Education Targeted job related education that meets organizations prerequisite requirements.

High School diploma or successful completion of college level coursework or successful completion of Para Pro Assessment is desired.

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Connecticut REAP