<p>Position Type:</p> <p>Elementary/General Education Paraeducator</p> <p>Date Posted:</p> <p>12/5/2025</p> <p>Location:</p> <p>B.P. Learned</p> <p>&nbsp&nbspAdditional Information: Show/Hide</p> <p>JOB PRIORITY:</p> <p>To support the classroom teacher in providing a safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environment that nurtures the academic and social-emotional development of young learners in a diverse, internationally-minded school community.</p> <p>TYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:</p> <p>Under the direction and supervision of a certified classroom teacher:</p> <ul> <li>Support the implementation of developmentally appropriate learning activities that align with early childhood education best practices and international education themes. </li><li>Assist with the preparation, organization, distribution, and clean-up of classroom materials and learning centers. </li><li>Provide one-on-one and small group support to students to reinforce learning and promote independence. </li><li>Encourage positive behavior, social-emotional growth, and respectful interactions among students. </li><li>Help maintain a safe, clean, and inclusive classroom environment. </li><li>Assist with transitions, routines, and classroom management throughout the school day. </li><li>Participate in ongoing professional development, including training related to early childhood education, cultural competence, and the international frameworks. </li><li>Support the school's commitment to multilingualism, global citizenship, and inquiry-based learning. </li><li>Perform other duties as assigned by the classroom teacher, principal, or designee. </li></ul> <p>MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:</p> <ul> <li>Associate's degree, minimum of 60 college credits, or successful completion of the ParaPro Assessment (or equivalent). </li><li>Experience or interest in working with early childhood or elementary-age children. </li><li>Ability to communicate effectively and respectfully with students, staff, and families from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds. </li><li>Commitment to fostering a culturally responsive and globally aware classroom environment. </li><li>Additional qualifications as deemed appropriate by the Board of Education. </li></ul> <p>TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Work year to be established by the Board.</p> <p>New London Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.</p> <p>Candidates from diverse racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.</p>