Paraeducator

Para-Educators are assigned throughout the Manchester School District, from preschool to high school levels, including pre-vocational and vocational levels. The majority of assignments include assisting students with disabilities and assisting in self-care of students.  Some Para-Educators are assigned to work in vocational settings. The nature of the work requires that the employee establish and maintain effective working relationships with students and other employees.

• Para-Educator I: Minimum of a high school diploma. $17.00/hr
• Para-Educator II: Completion of two years of study (48 credits) at an institution of higher education or Associates Degree or higher. $17.50/hr
• Experience with children and adolescents in an educational setting.
• Must have ability to instruct students in mathematics, reading, science, social studies, art, and/or related subjects.

Behavior Support Technician (BST):  $18.50/hr

• Non-Title 1 Schools will require High School Diploma or Title 1 Schools will require 48 college credits, DOE certification or portfolio;
• Experience with children and adolescents in an educational setting;
• Must have ability to carry out a specially designed behavioral intervention plan for students with complex, physical, emotional, social and/or cognitive needs;
• Must be willing to successfully complete a 40-hour RBT training program over the course of several months or a portfolio of similar training approved by district office.
• Must be willing to successfully complete CPI training and certification.

Registered Behavior Technician (RBT): $30.00/hr

• Non-Title 1 Schools will require High School Diploma or Title 1 Schools will require 48 college credits, DOE certification or portfolio;
• Has met all requirements outlined by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB) and holds a valid Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification issued by the BACB.
• Previous experience working with children or individuals with behavioral challenges, preferably in an educational setting.
• Knowledge of behavior analysis principles and applied behavior analysis (ABA) techniques.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with school staff, parents, and external professionals.
• Current certificate in Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) training or equivalent training or willingness to obtain through the District.

Compensation: Para I: $17.00/hr, Para II: $17.50/hr, BST: $18.50/hr, RBT: $30.00/hr

Specified Length/Hours of Position:
This is an affiliated (AFSCME) position under the Para-Educators negotiated contract, following the school calendar, with 6-8 hours per day, 30-40 hours per week.

Benefits:
Full benefits package to all eligible employees and their dependents, including Anthem Medical insurance, Anthem Vision insurance, Delta Dental insurance, company funded HSA for select Anthem plans, Flexible spending accounts, Retirement pension plan, Gym Reimbursement, Company sponsored life insurance, 403(b) tax sheltered annuity plan, Vision discounts, medical incentive rewards, employee assistance program and more.