Employment Opportunities
Applications
Come join the Sayles School family - A small school environment!
The Sprague Board of Education is dedicted to hiring and retaining a highly qualified, diverse, and dedicated staff that reflects our student body. Come represent your community, your culture, and make a difference in a child's life.
Benefits
Working in the Sprague School District includes a comprehensive benefits package including:
- Competitive salaries (Certified, full-time new teachers starting at $47,723)
- State of Connecticut Partnership Health Insurance Plan, including Dental Insurance
- Group Life Insurance
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Generous Paid Time Off
- Holidays
- Professional Development Opportunities
- 403(b) Pension Plans
Inquiries and applications may be addressed to:
Sprague Board of Education
Attn: Human Resources
25 Scotland Road
Baltic, CT 06330-1110
Applicant and Employee Rights Labor Law Postings
The Sprague Board of Education is an equal opportunity | affirmative action employer.
The Sprague Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, alienage, ancestry, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, veteran status or gender identity or expression in its programs, activities and employment practice.
Per The Sprague Board of Education Policy #4007-Policy Regarding Nondiscrimination, the Board will not make employment decisions (including decisions related to hiring, assignment, compensation, promotion, demotion, disciplinary action and termination) on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, alienage, ancestry, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, veteran status or gender identity or expression, except in the case of a bona fide occupational qualification.
Current Openings
Please scroll down for a complete list of our current position openings.
School Nurse (2) (1.0 FTE each)
Qualifications:
- Valid State of Connecticut Registered Nurse License Required
Full Time (School Year Employment)
Salary plus Health, Dental, and Life Insurance Benefits
Generous Paid Time Off and Holidays
403(b) Pension Plan
Tuition Reimbursement
Please send letter of interest, resume, completed application, copy of nursing license, transcripts, and 3 current letters of reference to:
Sprague Board of Education
Attn: Human Resources
25 Scotland Road
Baltic, CT 06330-1110
Emailed application packets preferred hr@spraguek12.org or fax: 860.822.1347
Applications and online applicant labor law posters available at: https://saylesschool.org/contact-us/employment-opportunities
Open until filled
Equal Opportunity Employer
Social Worker (1.0 FTE)
Qualifications:
- Valid State of Connecticut 071 - Social Worker Certification Required
Full Time (School Year Employment)
Salary plus Health, Dental, and Life Insurance Benefits
Generous Paid Time Off and Holidays
403(b) Pension Plan
Tuition Reimbursement
Please send letter of interest, resume, completed application, copy of degree/certification, transcripts, and 3 current letters of reference to:
Sprague Board of Education
Attn: Human Resources
25 Scotland Road
Baltic, CT 06330-1110
Emailed application packets preferred hr@spraguek12.org or fax: 860.822.1347
Applications and online applicant labor law posters available at: https://saylesschool.org/contact-us/employment-opportunities
Open until filled
Equal Opportunity Employer
Instructional Assistant - Paraprofessional (2)
Qualifications:
- Associates Degree or ParaPro Assessment Certification Required
Full Time (School Year Employment)
- 6.50 hours daily | 32.50 hours weekly
- $15.69 per hour
Salary plus Health, Dental, and Life Insurance Benefits
Generous Paid Time Off and Holidays
403(b) Pension Plan
Tuition Reimbursement
Please send letter of interest, resume, completed application, copy of degree or ParaPro Assessment Certification, transcripts, and letters of reference to:
Sprague Board of Education
Attn: Human Resources
25 Scotland Road
Baltic, CT 06330-1110
Emailed application packets preferred hr@spraguek12.org or fax: 860.822.1347
Applications and online applicant labor law posters available at: https://saylesschool.org/contact-us/employment-opportunities
Open until filled
Equal Opportunity Employer
Instructional Interventionist (1)
Qualifications:
- Associates Degree or ParaPro Assessment Certification Required (Teaching Certification Preferred)
Full Time (School Year Employment)
- 6.50 hours daily | 32.50 hours weekly
- $17.86 per hour
Salary plus Health, Dental, and Life Insurance Benefits
Generous Paid Time Off and Holidays
403(b) Pension Plan
Tuition Reimbursement
Please send letter of interest, resume, completed application, copy of degree or ParaPro Assessment Certification, transcripts, and letters of reference to:
Sprague Board of Education
Attn: Human Resources
25 Scotland Road
Baltic, CT 06330-1110
Emailed application packets preferred hr@spraguek12.org or fax: 860.822.1347
Applications and online applicant labor law posters available at: https://saylesschool.org/contact-us/employment-opportunities
Open until filled
Equal Opportunity Employer
Substitute Custodian
Qualifications: High school diploma or GED, 2 years of custodial experience preferred, ability to follow oral and written instructions, to work effectively with others, to work in an environment containing cleaning materials, dust and noise, ability to lift a maximum of 60 pounds with assistance.
As Needed Employment
- Fill in as needed
- Primary shift: 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
- Evening shifts may become available
- $15.69 per hour
Please send letter of interest, resume, completed application, and letters of reference to:
Sprague Board of Education
Attn: Human Resources
25 Scotland Road
Baltic, CT 06330
Application packets can be emailed to: hr@spraguek12.org or faxed to: 860.822.1347
Applications and online applicant labor law posters available at: https://saylesschool.org/contact-us/employment-opportunities
Open Until Filled
Equal Opportunity Employer
Applicant and Employee Rights Labor Law Postings
Nondiscrimination Statement
The Connecticut State Department of Education is committed to a policy of equal opportunity | affirmative action for all qualified persons. The Connecticut State Department of Education does not discriminate in any employment practice, education program, or educational activity on the basis of race, color, religious creed, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability (including, but not limited to, intellectual disability, past or present history of mental disorder, physical disability or learning disability), genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by Connecticut state and | or federal nondiscrimination laws. The Connecticut State Department of Education does not unlawfully discriminate in employment and licensing against qualified persons with a prior criminal conviction.
Inquiries regarding the Connecticut State Department of Education’s nondiscrimination policies should be directed to:
Levy Gillespie
Equal Employment Opportunity Director | Americans with Disabilities Act Coordinator
Connecticut State Department of Education
450 Columbus Boulevard Suite 607
Hartford, CT 06103
Phone: 860-807-2071
Email: Levy.Gillespie@ct.gov
The full policy is available online : Click Here
All employees are required to be fingerprinted and have background checks performed.