Paraprofessional - Student Services at Grafton Elementary School
wnesuMontpelier, VT
$20 to $31 Per Hour
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Paraprofessional - Student Services at Grafton Elementary School
Windham Northeast Supervisory Union Grafton Elementary School - Grafton, Vermont
Job Details
Job ID: 5899427
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Aug 24, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: To Be Determined
Job Description
Position Title: Paraprofessional
Terms of Employment: School year
Position Classification: Support Staff Union
FLSA Classification: Non-exempt
Qualifications: High school diploma equivalent required; associate degree preferred
Must have at least 48 college credits OR have passed (or the ability to pass) the Praxis ParaPro exam OR otherwise meet Title I requirements (not required for behavior support positions without instructional duties)
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to respond appropriately to students in a supportive manner while exercising sound judgment
Experience with school-aged children, including students with disabilities, preferred
Basic academic, technology, and data tracking skills, including proficiency with Google Workspace tools
Ability to be positive, flexible and collaborative and work as part of a team
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Ability to maintain regular and punctual attendance
Reports to:
Building Principal and/or Director of Student Services with daily workflow direction by classroom teacher or special education teacher
Supervises: n/a
Evaluation: As per the Windham Northeast Education Association agreement for Staff
Position Summary:
The Paraprofessional works closely with certified staff to support students’ academic, behavioral, and social-emotional development in school settings. Responsibilities may include assisting with instruction, supervising students, collecting data, and supporting the implementation of student support plans, depending on assignment. A positive, flexible, and collaborative approach is essential, along with the ability to work effectively as part of a team in support of student success.
Performance Responsibilities
Maintain a safe, structured, and positive learning environment
Support students’ social-emotional growth, independence, and positive peer interactions
Communicate and collaborate with teachers, case managers, related service providers and other administrators.
Participate in team meetings, trainings, and professional development
Supervise students throughout the school day, including transitions, meals, recess, transportation, and activities
Maintain confidentiality and follow district policies and procedures
Perform other duties as assigned
Physical Requirements:
This position will frequently be required to stand, walk, bend, stoop, kneel, reach and sit. Manual dexterity is required to finger, handle or grasp objects. Must be able to hear, talk and see. May involve interaction with students demonstrating challenging behaviors. May require training in and implementation of approved physical restraint procedures, as applicable. May also require the ability to lift up to 50 pounds, assist with student mobility and sit on the floor as needed.
This is not necessarily an exhaustive or all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts, functions or working conditions associated with the job. The District may add to, modify or delete any aspect of this job at any time as it deems advisable. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Windham Northeast Supervisor Union does not, and will not, tolerate discrimination or harassment of school employees because of age, sex, race, religion, color, marital status, familial status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, national origin, ancestry or sexual orientation. Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (“Title IX”) is a federal law that prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, including sexual harassment and sexual violence, in education programs and activities. All public and private educational institutions that receive any federal funds must comply with Title IX.
Windham Northeast Supervisory Union is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Position Type
Full-time
Salary
$20 to $31 Per Hour
Job Categories
Instructional Support > Individual Aide
Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA
Job Requirements: Student Services Paraprofessional
Implement moderate modifications and accommodations as outlined in student IEPs or 504 plans.
Support students with mild to moderate social/emotional needs using standard classroom management and established positive behavior intervention strategies.
Collect and record routine student data (e.g., progress on academic goals, task completion) to assist with quarterly IEP reporting.
Facilitate small group or individualized instruction under the direct guidance of either a special education or general education teacher.
Monitor, observe, and document student progress/behavior; maintaining records as required
Reinforce instruction, skills, academic and social/emotional skill content under special education/classroom teacher direction
Adapt materials and instructional approaches to meet individual student needs
Assist with instructional activities for individuals and small groups
Support student participation and inclusion while promoting independence
Implement positive behavior support or social skills plans as designed by student team
Assist with student physical needs, including mobility, positioning, and personal care as required
Respond to crisis situations and follow established protocols, including physical intervention when trained and required
Communicate with case managers and participate in student meetings as requested
At least 1 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
Associate degree preferred.
Citizenship, residency or work visa required
Contact Information
Kate Woods, Administrative Assistant
PO Box 92
Westminster Station, Vermont 05159
Phone: 802-463-9958
Fax: 802-463-9705
Email: kate.woods@wnesu.com
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