Classroom Assistant - Wilson Elementary School

Classroom Assistant - Wilson Elementary School JobID: 3285 Position Type: Early Childhood Education (ECE)/Classroom Assistant Date Posted: 7/17/2026 Location: Woodrow Wilson Elementary School Date Available: Immediately After Hire Closing Date: Until Position is Filled Additional Information: Show/Hide Waterbury Public Schools JOB CLASSIFICATION DESCRIPTION JOB CLASSIFICATION TITLE: Classroom Assistant DEPARTMENT: Teaching and Learning INCUMBENT NAME: Grant BARGAINING UNIT CLASSIFICATION: UPSEU, Local 424-Unit 68 REPORTS TO: Teacher or building level administrator FLSA DESIGNATION: Non-Exempt. 10 months; 35 hours per week; $16.94/hour (increases to $19.64 after one-year anniversary); Starting rate of $22.45/hour if a Bachelor's Degree is held. Note: This is a grant funded, Union position with benefits that exists as long as funds are available. PART I - SUMMARY OF CLASSIFICATION This class is accountable assisting certified staff with direct instructional support and the general supervision and management of students. Guidelines for Class Use: This job class assists teachers by performing nonprofessional duties so teachers may devote more of their time to professional tasks. Assistants organize and lead children in educational activities as directed by the teacher. Employees work close with the teacher and children to ensure that the programmed activities are carried out, and that a productive relationship is maintained between the teacher and the students. Assistants will be trained in specific tasks and work under the supervision of the teacher, but will not perform professional teaching duties. PART II - MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES A. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: General Experience: One (1) year of experience working with young children in group activities. Preferred: Bachelors or Associate's Degree from an accredited college or university with a minimum of 12 credits in early childhood education (EDE) or Child Development Associate Credential (CDA) credential with a minimum of 12 credits in early childhood education (ECE) and Desired: Experience in an urban school district and/or a multi-cultural environment. B. CREDENTIALS: C. LICENSURES, CERTIFICATIONS AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Incumbents in this class may be required to possess a current Connecticut Motor Vehicle Class D Operator's License. D. CONTINUING EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS: Incumbents in this class are expected to be trained in and be current in all aspects of the program. E. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Knowledge of and respect for the diverse backgrounds (cultural, linguistic, environmental) of students and how these characteristics affect the student's life and learning; Knowledge of relevant laws, rules, regulations, and Board policies and District procedures; Knowledge of Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) and Scientific Research Based Interventions (SRBI); Knowledge of Social Emotional Learning (SEL); Knowledge of the similarities and differences between cognitive, communicative, physical, social, and emotional needs of students and the factors that influence these different needs; Oral and written communication skills; Interpersonal and social skills; Ability to apply the principles of Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) and Scientific Research Based Interventions (SRBI); Ability to assist and reinforce elements that support a safe, healthy, and effective teaching and learning environment; Ability to assist in adapting instructional strategies and materials according to the needs of the student, under the direction of a teacher; Ability to be sensitive and respectful in communications regarding all children and families, regardless of differences in cultural heritage, lifestyle, values, and home environment; Ability to collect and record performance data on students under the direction of a licensed teacher, while respecting student confidentiality and the laws regarding ethical practices of assessment; Ability…