<p>Job Description:</p> <p>Welcome to Vernon Public Schools: where students learn, achieve, and succeed!</p> <p>Position: Paraeducator-Next Step</p> <p>Description: The Administration is seeking persons qualified by education and experience to carry out the duties assigned to the position and in general, to establish and maintain a high level of standards of excellence in the Vernon Public Schools. This position is in our Next STEP program. Duties include but are not limited to:</p> <ul> <li>Assisting students with special needs </li><li>Assisting teacher in daily classroom activities </li><li>Helping special needs students with personal care, health, and safety </li><li>Serve as a job coach in vocational settings </li></ul> <p>Salary and Benefits: The salary range for the 2025-26 school year is per contract with a competitive benefits package. Please see attached contract for details.Full time position 32.5 hrs/week.</p> <p>Start date: ASAP</p> <p>Please ensure that you hold the proper certification for this position AND provide all materials required for the application process (cover letter, resume, certifications & transcripts where applicable, and three letters of recommendation).</p> <p>Apply online by visiting www.vernonpublicschools.org - Click Apply Now!</p> <p>Posting closing date: Open till 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>