<p>Job Description:</p> <p>Welcome to Vernon Public Schools: where students learn, achieve, and succeed!</p> <p>Position: Paraeducator - 10-month position</p> <p>Location: Maple Street School</p> <p>Description: This is a 10-month position assisting the classroom teacher in helping physically, mentally, and/or educationally disadvantaged students learn skills that will broaden their learning experiences and contribute to their development in order to set high expectations and to assist in creating a classroom environment that is conducive to learning for all students. See the attached job description for more specific information.</p> <p>Salary and Benefits: The hourly rate for the 2025-26 school year is per contract (ranges from $18.15/hr - $21.84/hr.) and is dependent upon previous para experience, teaching experience, accredited pre-school, and related educational setting experience.</p> <p>Start date: December 8, 2025</p> <p>Please ensure that you hold the proper certification for this position AND provide all materials required for the application process.</p> <p>Apply online by visiting www.vernonpublicschools.org - Click Apply Now!</p> <p>Posting closing date: Open until filled</p> <p>Vernon Public Schools is seeking talented and passionate educators to join our team. By recruiting a diverse faculty and staff that is more representative of the experiences and backgrounds of students, we diversify our workforce, decrease opportunity gaps, and improve outcomes for all our students. Our commitment to equity allows us to achieve our Mission to ensure that every student can become an independent learner and a productive contributor to society.</p> <p>Equal Opportunity Employer</p> <p>Vernon Public Schools is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws.</p>