Achievement First
CT Paraprofessional -Hartford (2026-27)
Connecticut · Full-time
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About the role
- Achievement First invites passionate educators to apply for the position of Paraprofessional.
- Working at Achievement First is an ideal position for an educator with deep passion for instruction who is eager to gain rigorous development to help perfect his/her craft.
- In addition to participating in weekly professional development and team planning meetings, staff receive consistent high-impact coaching and feedback from a school administrator or teacher-leader.
Responsibilities
- They will develop a strong rapport with students and maintain behavior systems created to support students struggling with behavior.
- In addition, the behavior specialist will provide critical support to teachers and administrators during breakfast, lunch and dismissal.
- Provide administrative support at critical times of the day, such as breakfast, lunch and dismissal.
- Collaborate with colleagues to ensure a rigorous, joyful, and safe environment
Requirements
- We believe that every child has the ability to succeed and attend college.
- Spanish language proficiency is a plus.
- Assist dean of school culture with related work as required
Skills
- Strong instructional and classroom management skills
- Unyielding commitment to students, self and school's constant learning and development
- Relentlessness - doing whatever it takes to ensure success
- Team player
- Excellent communication skills
- Highly organized
- Belief in Achievement First's mission, educational model, REACH and Core Values
- Maturity, humility, strong work ethic, sense of humor, and "roll-up-my-sleeves" attitude
- High School Diploma required +60 CC.
- Experience working with children or adolescents.
- Parapro Cert
Compensation
- Employees at Achievement First are provided with a competitive salary.
- Paraprofessionals' hourly rates start at $17.00.
Equal opportunity
- Achievement First is an equal opportunity employer and an organization that values diversity.
Visa & Work Authorization
- Students are expected to operate in accordance with our REACH Values (Respect, Enthusiasm, Achievement, Citizenship, and Hard Work) both in and outside of school
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