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Description
POSTING NUMBER: N224-2627
POSITION: In-School Suspension Paraeducator - 2026-2027 School Year Talent Pool
REPORTS TO: Principal
LOCATIONS :
PRIMARY FUNCTIONS: The Inside Suspension Paraeducator will be responsible for setting up and maintaining the classroom where students will be assigned for disciplinary consequences as an alternative to an Out of School Suspension.
TYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Perform other related duties as necessary.
• Pick up the class work for the students on ISS.
• Meet the students at the front entrance of the building.
• Escort the students to the In-School Suspension Room.
• Take attendance for students assigned to the ISS and reporting to the main office.
• Maintain a quiet environment where students are engaged in work sent by teachers.
• Monitor student's reflection sheets.
• Escort students to and from the bathroom in an orderly manner.
• Supervise lunch and clean-up of lunch materials in the ISS room.
• Help students set goals for better behavior.
• Collect work from students at the end of the day and deliver to the teacher.
• Dismiss students outside the building.
• Meet with teachers and/or administration as needed to review the program, implement changes if needed.
• Communicate with teachers concerning their students' work and/or behavior while on ISS.
• Attend all in-service training/staff meetings offered by the department.
• Perform other related duties as necessary.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, QUALIFICATIONS, AND EXPERIENCE :

• Associate's degree,
• or a High School Diploma and any amount of credits with passing score of 457 on the ParaPro ( https://parapro.ets.org/) OR a passing score of 332 (Reading & Writing) and 334 (Mathematics) on the ParaPathways assessment - allowed 12 months from date of hire to pass ParaPathways assessment
• Previous experience working with groups of children
• Patience and understanding of children with behavioral/special needs.
• Ability to maintain control of classroom.
• Must maintain confidentially at all times.
• Ability to handle stressful situations.
• Multilingual (English/Spanish) skills desirable

SALARY AND TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT : Pay will be commensurate with experience, education level, and in accordance with the Hartford Federation of Paraeducators' (HFP) Collective Bargaining Agreement salary schedule. This is a 10-month position, and the salary range for school year 2026 - 2027 is $25,900 to $48,651 per year.
UNION AFFILIATION : Hartford Federation of Paraeducators (HFP)
APPLICATION PROCEDURE: To be considered, all internal and external applicants must fully complete a Hartford Public Schools' online application, which can be accessed on the Careers page of the district website, https://www.hartfordschools.org/careers/careers/ or through our Applicant Tracking System, Nimble, at https://app.hirenimble.com/jobs/hartford . Candidates' application and supporting documents will be reviewed. Candidates who advance through the initial review will be notified and placed in the pool for consideration by hiring managers. Candidates will be contacted directly by hiring managers for interviews.
An Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, M/F/V/D
Benefits
We Value Our Staff...And It Shows
Hartford Public Schools is seeking excellent candidates and wants to provide the best experience for you. We have put together a comprehensive package of benefits and incentives.
Incentives and Benefits

• Tuition Reimbursement of up to $4,050 annually ($675 per credit, at a max of 6 credits) after one year of satisfactory service in the district
• Comprehensive health, vision, and dental insurance with a high deductible health plan (Board of Education contributes 50% of the annual deductible into a Health Savings Account)
• 20 Sick Leave days per year; 5 of which can be used for Personal Days
• Life insurance ( 1.5x annual salary )
• Loan forgiveness (State & Federal)
• Access to Connecticut Higher Education Supplemental Loan Authority (CHESLA) Alliance District Loan Subsidy Program
• Opportunity to work during summer school
• Ability to earn $80 stiped per full day substitute teacher coverage
• Allowed 12-months from date of hire to pass ParaPathways Assessment and provided reimbursement of one exam (up to $75.00)

Join HPS & REPRESENT
Hartford Public Schools acknowledges that systems of injustice exist in our nation and our community. Our district is committed to addressing systemic barriers to create a culture of equity that benefits all students. We are committed to recruiting, developing, and retaining a diverse team of culturally competent staff. We strive to have our team reflect the different perspectives of our families and community so that we can work together to overcome obstacles, close the opportunity gaps, and prepare our students for continuous success.
HPS is a diverse community of scholars and staff; racially, socioeconomically, culturally, and more. Among our students, there are 86 languages spoken; 25% of our student population are Multilingual Learners. Over 85% of the population are students of color. At Hartford Public Schools, we work deliberately to recruit and hire staff of various backgrounds and from our local community - 26% of our staff reside in Hartford. Among our teaching staff, 30% identify as Black, Indigenous, and people of color (BIPOC), compared to approximately 12% statewide.
HPS has career opportunities of all kinds, in all of our schools. Come represent your community, your culture, and what's possible for our beautiful and capable students. When you work here, it's not just about making a living...it's about making a difference. And you don't just earn a paycheck...you earn lifelong respect.
Hartford is The Place to Be
The state of Connecticut is seated on the northeastern seaboard. Hartford is within an hour's drive of the coastline and is centrally located between New York City and Boston. Hartford is one of America's oldest and most historic cities, made up of 17 unique neighborhoods rich in history and diversity. It is commonly known as the "insurance capital" due to its prominence beginning in the 19th century as home to many of the most prestigious insurance companies in the U.S., many of which still call Hartford home today. The city features world-class museums, entertainment, and sports venues and is home to several major companies. An array of restaurants reflecting cuisines from all over the world attract people from far and wide, and more than 200 arts, heritage, and cultural organizations in the Hartford region provide hundreds of events year-round. In addition, several universities and colleges are in Hartford and the surrounding towns, allowing easy access to advanced degree programs.
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