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Paraeducator - Burlington Technical Center

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Paraeducator - Burlington Technical Center
Burlington School District, Burlington Technical Center – Burlington, Vermont

Job Details
Job ID:

5672691

Application Deadline:

Posted until filled

Posted:

Apr 26, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date:

To Be Determined

Job Description
Paraeducator

Burlington Technical Center

The Burlington School District believes a diverse and culturally proficient faculty and staff are pivotal to the creation of a strong learning and working environment that supports student achievement and success. BSD administrators lead inclusive school communities with our vision: “Cultivating caring, creative, and courageous people. - Join the journey.”

The Mission of the Burlington School District is to graduate students who:

Value different cultures

Engage with the community

Communicate effectively

Think creatively

Skillfully solve problems

Achieve at their highest academic, intellectual and personal potential

Make a meaningful difference in the lives of students every day. Burlington High School is seeking dedicated Paraeducators who are passionate about supporting student learning, fostering inclusion, and collaborating with educators to help all students succeed.

About Burlington Technical Center
BTC is part of the Burlington School District and provides hands‑on, career‑focused learning experiences for high school students across a variety of technical and professional fields. Our programs emphasize skill development, safety, collaboration, and real‑world application.

The Burlington Technical Center (BTC) is seeking a dedicated and adaptable Paraeducator to support student learning across our dynamic Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working in hands‑on, real‑world learning environments and is passionate about supporting diverse learners. As a BTC Paraeducator, you will work alongside instructors and student support staff to provide academic, behavioral, and executive functioning support to students across multiple program areas—including classroom and technical lab settings. Your work will directly contribute to student success in both school and future career pathways.

Essential Functions
Support Student Learning & Engagement

Provide one‑on‑one and small group support to students with diverse learning needs

Reinforce classroom instruction and help students stay engaged in academic and technical tasks

Support students in meeting goals outlined in Individualized Education Plans (IEPs), when applicable

Assist with executive functioning skills such as organization, time management, and task completion

Work Across CTE Programs & Environments

Assist instructors in delivering curriculum across multiple CTE program areas

Support students in both classroom and lab/shop environments, including reinforcing safety procedures and proper equipment use

Adapt to varying schedules, locations, and program needs across BTC sites

Supervise students during transitions, off‑site programs, and work‑based learning experiences

Collaborate with Staff

Work closely with instructors, case managers, and student support staff

Assist with classroom setup, materials preparation, and organization of tools and equipment

Monitor student progress and share feedback with the instructional team

Help maintain a positive, inclusive, and structured learning environment

Qualifications
Required

High school diploma or equivalent

Experience working with adolescents or in an educational setting (preferred)

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to work both independently and collaboratively

Flexibility, reliability, and willingness to adapt to changing assignments

Commitment to supporting diverse learners, including students with disabilities

Preferred

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in education, human services, or a related field

Familiarity with Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs or technical environments

Working Conditions

Work environments may include classrooms, offices, outdoor areas, or other school‑based environments.

Occasional exposure to varying weather conditions and elevated noise levels.

Physical ability to assist students, including lifting or carrying up to 50 pounds when necessary.

Ability to safely assist or restrain a student when required in accordance with district training and protocols.

SALARY
As per the Master Agreement between the Burlington Board of School Commissioners and the Education Support Professionals of the Burlington School District.

In addition to the base rate of pay, Intensive Needs Paras will receive a premium for hours worked directly with intensive special needs (ISN) students of $4.00 per hour.

BENEFITS
Health and life insurance benefits are available for this position after a period of 45 working days. Dental benefits are available after 1 full working year.

Equal Opportunity
The Burlington School District provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

The Burlington School District will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Position Type
Regular Part‑Time

Salary
$20.05 to $25.06 Per Hour

Job Requirements

Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

Jason Reed, Director

Burlington Technical Center

Email: jreed@bsdvt.org

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