Job Description
Position Type: Student Support Services/Paraeducator
Date Posted: 10/9/2026
Location: Putnam Middle School
POSITION: Math Paraeducator * Part-Time: 20 hours per week
Putnam Middle School is seeking a caring, flexible, and dependable individual to join our team as a Math Paraeducator. This part-time position supports students in grades 6 8 by providing small group and individual assistance, reinforcing key math concepts, and promoting a growth mindset in mathematics. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to helping adolescents succeed, collaborate closely with teachers and support staff, and foster an inclusive environment where students can build confidence and strengthen their math skills. Putnam Middle School offers a strong, collaborative culture of caring educators who leverage resources to nurture and challenge our students. Putnam facilitates strong district-wide alignment and support across all three schools in the district to ensure the student's educational experience prepares them for the real world.
MAJOR DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: - Instructional & Intervention Support: Provide targeted individual and small-group math assistance to students in grades 6 8 under the direction of certified staff.
- Skill Reinforcement: Reinforce core mathematical concepts, problem-solving strategies, and foundational skills to encourage a growth mindset.
- Classroom Collaboration: Work closely with middle school math teachers and support staff to align intervention activities with classroom learning goals.
- Positive Learning Environment: Foster an inclusive, supportive, and structured environment where adolescents feel confident building their math abilities.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: - Education: High School Diploma or GED equivalent (Required).
- Credentialing: Successful completion of the ParaPro / ParaPathways Assessment OR at least 60 college credits (2 years) from an accredited institution (Required).
- Experience: Experience working in a school system preferred; experience supporting math instruction or working with students in math intervention programs preferred.
- Skills: Strong interpersonal skills, patience, empathy, and the ability to effectively mentor and engage middle school students.
START DATE: Immediate Opening
RATE OF PAY & BENEFITS: - Rate of Pay: $20.36 - $22.50 per hour (based on contractual requirements)
- Benefits: Benefits provided as determined by the bargaining agreement contract.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE: EXTERNAL APPLICANTS: Please submit your application through our website:
INTERNAL APPLICANTS: Please submit a letter of interest and updated resume to Greg Keith, Principal
APPLICATION CLOSING DATE: Open until filled
Equal Opportunity Employer
Job Tags
Hourly pay, Contract work, Part time, Immediate start, Flexible hours