Educational Paraprofessional Position Pre-K ABA Paraeducator

Job Description:

Branford Public Schools invites passionate educators and leaders to join a district where innovation, collaboration, and student success are at the center of our collective effort. Located along Connecticut's beautiful shoreline, Branford offers a vibrant and welcoming community enriched by outstanding cultural, recreational, and natural resources.

Serving students from pre-kindergarten through grade 12 across six campuses, our district is guided by a clear strategic vision focused on high-quality teaching and learning, continuous improvement, and accessible opportunities for every student. Through investments in modern learning environments, innovative programs, and professional growth, Branford Public Schools empowers staff to make a meaningful impact while helping shape the future of education.

We seek dedicated professionals who are committed to excellence, value collaboration, foster inclusive learning communities, and partner with colleagues, families, and the broader community to ensure every student thrives academically, socially, and emotionally.

VACANCY NOTICE

2026 - 2027 School Year

July 9, 2026

Branford Public Schools

ABA Paraeducator - Pre-K

Title: ABA Paraeducator

Work Year: 10-Month

Department: Student Support Services

FLSA Status: Represented, Non-Exempt

Reports To: BCBA / Lead Special Education Teacher

Hourly Rate: $19.37, plus $3 ABA Differential, pending union negotiations

Position Overview

The ABA Paraeducator provides behavioral and instructional support to students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and related developmental disabilities. This role operates across a continuum of specialized care, supporting early intervention at the pre-K level, foundational academic and behavioral development at the elementary level, and high-level specialized programming at the intermediate and secondary levels.

Under the supervision of a BCBA and Lead Special Education Teacher, the ABA Paraeducator implements individualized Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs), facilitates skill acquisition, and ensures a safe, structured learning environment tailored to the unique developmental, age-appropriate, and program-specific needs of the students.

Education & Experience:

• Associate degree, OR at least 60 college credits, OR
• High school diploma with successful completion of the ParaPathways (formerly ParaPro) Assessment required.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience working with individuals with autism or developmental disabilities, preferably in an ABA or specialized school setting.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Foundational understanding of ABA principles (reinforcement schedules, prompting hierarchies, functions of behavior).
• Ability to pivot seamlessly between early childhood needs, elementary academic/social benchmarks, and the functional or vocational profiles of older students.
• Proven ability to remain calm, objective, and supportive during high-stress, crisis, or physically demanding behavioral episodes.
• Physical capacity to frequently run, bend, kneel, sit on the floor, and lift/move students or equipment according to safety protocols.
• Proficiency with Google Suite and a proven ability to learn specialized digital data-tracking applications.

Start Date: August 2026

Open Until Filled

Interested candidates must complete the application online at

www.branfordschools.org

(Internal candidates should provide all the required information.)

Bilingual English/Spanish candidates encouraged to apply

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