Educational Paraprofessional Paraeducators

Job Description:

Date Posted: July 13, 2026

Job Title: Paraeducators

Job ID: 4689

Location: Thames River Magnet Elementary School

Applicants: Qualifications: Possess one (1) of the following:

1. Completed two years of college credit (60 credits total); or

2. Hold an associate's (or higher) degree; or

3. Passed the ParaPro/ParaPathways Assessment within 90 days of start date

Additional Qualifications:

1. Ability to work with children with multiple needs

2. Capacity to implement lessons written by the Special

Education Teacher

3. Ability to work cooperatively with Administration, Regular

Education Teachers, other assigned Staff, and Parents

4. Flexible, dependable, and responsive to new ideas and direction

Start Date: August 31, 2026

Hourly Rate: $17.94 per hour - Wages in accordance with the CBA for the Groton Paraeducators Chapter CSEA/SEIU Local 2001

Application

Deadline: August 23, 2026

Application

Process: Follow the link to apply online: www.grotonschools.org/joinus

Groton Public Schools is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer

Groton Public Schools mission is to cultivate an environment of diversity, equity and inclusiveness. We strive to foster

culturally responsive policies and practices to ensure all groups feel valued, actively engaged and empowered.