EK-8 Paraeducator /Teaching Assistant (Temporary Position)

POSITION: EK-8 Regular Education Paraeducator/Teaching Assistant (Temporary Position)
LOCATION: Salisbury Central School, Lakeville, CT
START DATE: November 4, 2026
DURATION: Remainder of the 2026-2027 school year
SCHEDULE: Following the School Calendar, 9:00 AM - 3:15 PM (5.75 hrs/day)
BARGAINING UNIT: Salisbury Central School Employees Local 1303-270

The Salisbury Central School seeks a Regular Education Paraeducator/Teaching Assistant to support teachers and students in our Early Kindergarten through Grade 8 classrooms.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Works with individuals, small groups, or classes of students to reinforce learning of material or skills initially introduced by the teacher.
• Guides independent, enrichment, or remedial work under the supervision of the teacher or interventionist.
• Works at the request of the supervisor and/or teacher with individual students needing support.
• Assists students in Unified Arts classes when appropriate.
• Operates and cares for equipment used in the classroom and office.
• Maintains a high level of ethical behavior and strict confidentiality regarding student and staff information.
• Participates in in-service training programs as needed or assigned.
• Responsibilities may include lunch and recess duties.
• Supports and promotes a positive and professional educational and work environment with students, colleagues, and parents.
• Strives to implement the District's mission, goals, and objectives outlined in the District's Strategic Plan.
• Maintains a safe and caring environment.

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Must meet at least one of the following qualifications:
  • Completed two years of study at an institution of higher education; OR
  • Earned an associate's degree or higher; OR
  • Achieved a passing score of 457 on the previously administered ETS ParaPro Assessment; OR
  • Achieved passing scores on the ETS ParaPathways Assessment (332 in Reading and Writing and 334 in Mathematics).
• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with students, staff, and families.
• Ability to work collaboratively with teachers and other school personnel.
• Computer skills: using software to monitor student performance; communicating with teachers via email
• Positive human relations and the ability to build rapport with children are essential.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and demonstrate appropriate professional boundaries.
• Must meet all applicable District employment requirements, including required background checks.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous experience working with school-aged children.
• Knowledge of child development and age-appropriate instructional practices.
• Experience supporting students with diverse learning needs.

Physical Abilities and Working Conditions:

The physical demands described here are required to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. The employee may be required to stand, walk, sit, bend, kneel, and move throughout the school building and classrooms. The position may involve assisting students with classroom activities, supervising students indoors and outdoors, and responding to student needs in a variety of school settings.

Reasonable accommodations may be provided to qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to perform the essential functions of the position.

Salary/Benefits:

• Hourly Rate: $22.17 per hour
• Benefits: This temporary position offers paid leave (including sick, personal, and holidays), employer-paid life insurance, and retirement benefits, subject to applicable eligibility requirements and the terms of the collective bargaining agreement. Medical insurance may be available at the employee's expense.

Application/Interview Procedure:

• Apply online at ; JobID: 1845
• Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis; early applications are encouraged.
• Selected candidates will be contacted for interviews.

For more information, please contact Principal Mrs. Stephanie Magyar at (860) 435-9871 or via email at [email protected].

Regional School District No. 1 provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.