Position: Kindergarten Paraeducator

Location: Redding Elementary School

Available:  Commencing with the 2025-2026 school year.  

Start Date: Immediately

Hours:  Monday-Friday when school is in session for students. Specific hours as warranted by school and agreed upon through hiring process.
 

Salary and Benefits:  In accordance with the Redding paraeducator collective bargaining agreement.  Comprehensive benefits.  Salary range:  $18.22/hour to $20.51/hour.

Responsibilities:

• Assist kindergarten teacher with classroom needs, working with young children
• Assist with organization of classroom materials and supplies
• Assist with preparing instructional materials for student activities
• Work with young children in small groups
• Respect the confidentiality of student information and not discuss them outside of the classroom
• Organize and handout papers, crafts that go home with the students
• Refer all parent concerns and questions about any student's progress to the teacher
• Escort students from classroom to other classes such as Physical Education, Music, Art, Library

Qualifications:

• Two years of college credit; or hold an associate's (or higher) degree; or pass a State Board of Education adopted paraprofessional assessment which assesses content knowledge in mathematics, reading and writing and an understanding of how to assist in the instruction of those topics (In Connecticut, the ParaPro is the recognized assessment)
• Previous experience working in a school setting a plus
• Ability to communicate and interact with young children in a positive manner, with sensitivity to their needs
• Good organizational skills
• Flexibility and a sense of humor

Applications will only be accepted online at the district Web site:  www.er9.org A direct link to the application page is:  http://www.applitrack.com/er9/onlineapp/

Applicants must submit the following:

• Complete online application
• Formal letter of application addressed to Melissa Labrosciano, Principal
• Three letters of recommendation
• Official college transcripts (if applicable) will be required at time of hire

NOTE:  Internal applicants may simply submit a letter of interest to the principal, explaining previous experience and background that would make you the best candidate for the job.
 

Equal Opportunity Employer
Redding Public School District is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.