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Paraeducator Position School Year Paraeducator (Group 1) Cranbury Elementary School Position Description Under the direct supervision of a classroom teacher, the paraeducator supports students to participate in their educational program.Essential Functions All Paraeducators:Assist in the implementation of the Norwalk Board of Education and administrative policies, rules, regulations and directivesFollow Norwalk school policy to ensure student safetyFollow teacher's oral or written directions with accuracyAssist the teacher with the implementation of classroom instructional goals and Section 504 plansAssist students with classwork individually or in small groupsAssist the teacher in maintaining student records of attendanceAssist the teacher with documentation of student progressAssist the teacher with the preparation and distribution of lesson plan materialsEncourage students to interact appropriately with peersAssist students during recess, breaks, emergency drills, assemblies, on school buses and field tripsAssist and support students to use computers, iPads or other media to access curriculumMaintain respect at all times for confidential informationRequired Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Ability to communicate ideas and directives clearly and effectively, both orally and in writingEffective, active listening skillsAbility to record data with accuracyAbility to work effectively with othersAbility to implement teacher directives related to instructional and behavioral goals effectivelyOrganizational and problem solving skillsOther Duties and Responsibilities:Interact in a positive manner with staff, students, parents, and visitorsPromote good public relations by personal appearance, attitude, and conversationMaintain a level of approachability by administration, staff, parents, and visitorsRespond to questions and requests in a timely and appropriate mannerAttend meetings and professional development activities as recommended by teacher, supervisor or PrincipalPerform other related duties as assigned by teacher, Principal, Special Education or SupervisorQualifications/Certificates:High school diploma or equivalency and ParaPro CertificateBachelor's Degree, preferredAssociate's Degree in education or related field, or ParaPro Certificate, or two (2) years of collegeTwo (2) years of experience working with children or young adults in a school setting, preferredFluency in Spanish preferredSuch alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent and/or Norwalk Board of Education may find appropriateDays: Monday Friday (27.5 hours weekly/schedule determined by Principal) Salary: In accordance with the collective bargaining agreement Bargaining Unit: NFEP Group: One Benefits: Limited AvailabilityNorwalk is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the Norwalk Board of Education to ensure equal educational opportunity for all students and to prohibit unlawful discrimination because of race, color, religion, creed, age, marital status, national origin, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, transgender status or physical and mental disability in the school district's educational program and activities; and to prohibit unlawful discrimination in employment because of race, color, religion, creed, age, marital status, national origin, gender pregnancy, veteran status, gender identity or expression, transgender status, sexual orientation or physical and mental disability.