State of Connecticut Executive Branch

THS Paraeducator (8176VP)

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$16.33-$18.38 Hourly / $1,142.57-$1,286.29 BiWeekly /
$29,821.00-$33,572.00 Yearly

PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

In the Connecticut Technical Education and Career System this class is accountable for supporting certified staff in delivering educational services and programming to students, providing individualized or small-group assistance to enhance learning, and foster student success.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Receives general supervision from a School Principal or an administrator of higher grade.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

  • Provides academic, technical, and organizational support to students individually and in groups;
  • Assists certified staff with instructional activities, classroom preparation, assessments, and data collection;
  • Supports classroom management and helps maintain safe, orderly learning environments;
  • Supervises students in classrooms, technical areas, common spaces, and during school activities;
  • Promotes safe practices and proper use of tools, equipment, and learning materials;
  • Supports students with diverse learning needs, including implementing Individualized Education Program (IEP) related accommodations as directed;
  • Assists with technology use and preparation of instructional materials;
  • Contributes to positive classroom culture and builds supportive relationships with students and families;
  • Engages in professional development and maintains confidentiality and compliance with safety and reporting requirements;
  • Performs related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

  • Knowledge of
    • career and technical education practices, tools, and safety standards;
    • special education processes, including IEP objectives and accommodations;
    • classroom management strategies and student engagement techniques;
    • foundational literacy skills;
  • Skills
    • interpersonal skills;
    • oral and written communication skills;
    • problem-solving skills;
  • Ability to respond appropriately to behavioral and safety concerns under established protocols.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

Two (2) years of college training or an Associate’s degree.

NOTE: College training is calculated on the basis of fifteen (15) semester hours equalling one-half (1/2) year of experience to a maximum of two (2) years.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED

A passing score on the ParaPro Assessment may be substituted for the General Experience.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Must be at least 18 years of age.

JOB CLASS DESIGNATION

Unclassified

OCCUPATIONAL GROUP

(09)-Education

BARGAINING UNIT

(17)-ST VOC SCHLS FACULTY

EEO

(5)-Para-Professional

SALARY INFORMATION

VP 001

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

As defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes. As such, a job class is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task and/or responsibility.

CANCELLATION CLAUSE

New Class. Item No. 26-078R2

EFFECTIVE DATE

08/21/2026
CLASS: 8176VP; EST: 8/21/2026; REV: 8/24/2026;