Note: Interested applicants must submit an application through one of our SchoolSpring postings. https://cvsdvt.schoolspring.com/
Job Title: Paraeducator
Company: Champlain Valley School District (CVSD)
Locations: (Allen Brook School, Charlotte Central School, Champlain Valley Union High School, Shelburne Community School, Williston Central School)
The Champlain Valley School District (CVSD) is seeking dedicated Paraeducators to join our teams for the 2026-2027 school year. We have multiple openings across the district covering both Intensive and Non-Intensive assignments in General Education and Special Education settings. In this role, you will work closely with licensed professionals, classroom teachers, and support staff to cultivate a safe, inclusive, and growth-minded learning environment where every student can develop ultimate independence.
Primary Responsibilities
Depending on your exact school and student assignment, your daily tasks may include:
- Instructional & Strategy Support: Assisting with academic activities, managing classroom learning materials, and delivering adjusted curriculum modifications or layered support under the direction of licensed teachers.
- Fostering Independence: Actively guiding individual students or groups to problem-solve, advocate for themselves, and build the confidence needed to fully participate in school programs.
- Behavioral & Social Guidance: Utilizing consistent, positive behavior management strategies tailored to specific age profiles (ranging from Early Childhood to High School settings).
- Student Supervision: Taking a proactive leadership role in supervising students during lunch, recess, school transitions, field trips, and on school bus routes as assigned.
- Collaboration & Data Collection: Tracking and sharing vital student progress data with educational personnel while participating actively in team meetings and maintaining strict confidentiality.
- Specialized/Intensive Care (if applicable): Providing direct, intensive support in communication tools, behavioral stabilization, and necessary activities of daily living for specific learning profiles.
The Ideal Candidate Will Possess:
- A deep commitment to inclusive education, equitable learning environments, and welcoming diverse student families.
- An innate ability to build collaborative, trusting rapport with students, faculty, and support staff alike.
- A flexible, resilient, and proactive problem-solving mindset suited to a dynamic school environment.
- Strong organization and clear communication skills, with functional comfort utilizing Google platforms (Gmail, Drive, Docs).
- The physical capacity to handle job requirements, which may include lifting depending on the needs of the assignment.
Why Join CVSD?
We offer competitive wages, an excellent benefits structure, and a collaborative, highly supportive professional network.
Please apply via SchoolSpring with a letter of interest, resume, and three current references.
This position offers a competitive salary and benefits package based upon qualifications, education, and experience. More information about CVSD can be found on our district website.
CVSD is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to ensuring that all of our students achieve our mission—which means we are also committed to developing a faculty and staff that represents the inclusive, welcoming environment we seek to develop for students and families.
Pay: $21.12 - $26.03 per hour
Benefits:
- Bereavement leave
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
