<p>Position Type:</p> <p>Support Staff/Specialty Program Paraeducator</p> <p>Date Posted:</p> <p>7/25/2025</p> <p>Location:</p> <p>Timothy Edwards Middle School</p> <p>Closing Date:</p> <p>Open until filled</p> <p>&nbsp&nbspAdditional Information: Show/Hide</p> <p>Specialty Program Paraeducator</p> <p>Timothy Edwards Middle School</p> <p>Description: South Windsor Public Schools is seeking a paraeducator at Timothy Edwards Middle School. This position is classified as a nine and one-half (9.5) months, 29 hours per week.</p> <p>Specialty Program Paraeducators provide individualized support for students with diverse needs, focusing on academic, social, emotional, behavioral and life skills development. Paraeducators in this role will be expected to provide high levels of behavioral and academic support, helping students develop strategies for success while participating in mainstream classes with additional assistance as needed. Our specialty programs support students with educational, physical, and medical needs through an inclusion model, offering specialized instruction in practical academics, vocational skills, and independent living, alongside integration into general education settings for other subjects. Programming includes a research-based approach using principles where skills are broken down, repeated often, and performance is reinforced to maximize the acquisition of skills for students who have difficulty learning in the typical mainstream classroom setting. Learning opportunities are provided in small groups and on an individual basis within the program classroom, and students are also included into mainstream classroom settings for academics, specials and electives with support as appropriate.</p> <p>South Windsor is a diverse community of approximately 27,000 citizens and more than 5,100 public school students. The district values this diversity, and has worked to create a districtwide culture of equity and social consciousness. SWPS is comprised of four elementary schools, one middle school (6-8), and one high school (9-12), all of which cultivate and support culturally responsive classrooms and learning communities. The ongoing work of our teachers and staff includes the creation of enriching experiences that expand the depth of knowledge for students beyond today's classroom in order to produce graduates with the 21st century skills needed to make them college or career ready.</p> <p>If you are someone who believes in the power of a high-quality education, who champions equity and inclusion, and who is ready to be part of an exceptional team working to prepare students to achieve their own personal excellence in a complex global society, then we hope you'll consider joining South Windsor Public Schools. We invite applicants to join a team of exemplary teachers, administrators, and support staff working to shape an exciting time in the South Windsor community.</p> <p>Qualifications: Previous experience working with school age children in a special education program is desired. Assistance with toileting and lifting may be required. Applicant must possess an associate's degree, two years of college credits, or have passed the ParaPro exam.</p> <p>Salary: Entry rate is $23.81 per hour with incremental increases (see below). Prior experience in a comparable role will be considered. Benefits are not offered.</p> <p>2025-2026 Entry 12 Months 18 Months 24 Months $23.81 $25.09 $26.38 $27.66</p> <p>Apply online at www.southwindsorschools.org under the District Information link. Please include all materials (cover letter, resume, three letters of recommendation and transcripts) that are required for the application process. Written references must match those listed on the application.</p> <p>Open until filled.</p> <p>The South Windsor Board of Education will not make employment decisions (including decisions related to hiring, assignment, compensation, promotion, demotion, disciplinary action and termination) on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, alienage, ancestry, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity or expression or status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other basis prohibited by state and federal law, except in the case of a bona fide occupational qualification.</p>