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Special Education Paraprofessional (FTE 1.0) (2 Vacancies) JobID: 2975 Position Type: Support Staff/Paraprofessional Date Posted: 6/25/2026 Location: Sedgwick Middle School Date Available: 08/26/2026 Closing Date: Until Filled Additional Information: Show/Hide West Hartford Public Schools seeks a candidate with a proactive and positive attitude to fill a position for a full-time Special Education Paraprofessional at Sedgwick Middle School, working to support students with academic and social-emotional concerns. Candidates must be patient, respectful, and flexible with effective interpersonal skills. This position includes full benefits and is available at the beginning of the 2026-27 school year. Paraprofessionals are expected to exhibit professionalism, punctuality, and attentiveness of job responsibilities at all times. Please include a current resume and 3 letters of recommendation dated within the last 365 days. Requirement: High school education or GED. Salary: per paraprofessional contract. Click here for a message from WHPS to our prospective employees! Equity and Anti-Racism Vision We, the members of West Hartford Public Schools, dedicate ourselves to the pursuit of equity. Equitable schools are those that value and honor ALL in our community as unique individuals capable of maximizing their true potential. We make a solemn promise to identify and dismantle all elements of systemic racism and historical inequities. We vow to clear paths, with a relentless duty to those in traditionally marginalized groups. We pledge to partner with ALL families in the service of the success of each child. Attachment(s):WHFEP Contract Email To A Friend Print Version Openings as of 6/26/2026
Salary estimate
$111,000 – $150,000/yr
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Leadership
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