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Assistant Teacher- Special Education

Employer
New Haven Public Schools
Location
New Haven, CT, US
Salary
Competitive
Position Type:
Non-Certified Teacher/Non-Certified Teacher

Date Posted:
6/29/2021

Location:
Itinerant


TITLE: Assistant Teacher (Local Union 3429)

QUALIFICATIONS : Associate Degree or 60 college credits or receive a qualifying score on the Parapro

Assessment. CPR, First Aid Certified.

REPORTS TO : Principal

JOB GOAL : The Assistant Teacher will assist in maintaining and facilitating a learning environment that

supports the emotional, physical and intellectual development of each child.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: All recommendations for employment of Assistant Teachers must be

approved by the New Haven Board of Education.

EVALUATION: Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board of

Education's policy on evaluation of personnel.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS OF JOB:

Adheres to federal, state and municipal physical health guidelines including immunization, employment

physical and required health and safety training.

The physical ability to frequently lift, move or hold children with a range of weight from 10-60 pounds

(occasionally the job will require lifting, moving or holding children more than 60 pounds).

The physical

ability to frequently lift, move or hold children with a range of weight from 10-60 pounds

(occasionally the job will require lifting, moving or holding children more than 60 pounds).

The physical ability to participate in activities that may require lifting, reaching, squatting, climbing and

sitting on the floor.

The physical ability to respond quickly to emergencies or unexpected situations.

The ability to maintain mental and physical alertness and the appropriate level of energy during the

entire day.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

Assists the teacher in establishing and maintaining a safe, nurturing and developmentally appropriate

classroom environment.

Consults with teacher on plans and curriculum activities.

Assists the teacher in preparing and maintaining classroom materials and supplies.

Participates in all planned school activities, Staff meetings, Work Shops, etc. and takes responsibility for

own personal

growth.

Observes the strengths and needs of each child and helps establish individual goals for each child.

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