Student Support Specialist I
Student Support Specialist I
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Job Description
EASTCONN operates two Clinical Developmental and Therapeutic (CDT) programs in Northeastern Connecticut: Northeast Regional Program (NRP) in Danielson and Educational and Vocational Center (EVC) in Columbia both serving grades K12. These programs are designed for students who need a highly structured supportive therapeutic environment in order to achieve academic and behavioral success. The programs emphasize supporting students in acquiring the academic social emotional and behavioral skills necessary to successfully return to their local public schools or a less restrictive environment and combine individualized instruction with a multimodal approach and highinterest materials to maximize learning.
We are hiring Student Support Specialist Is to assist students and other classroom staff to promote a safe and healthy environment for learning. This position works under the supervision of a Special Education Teacher or other certified staff who assigns tasks and reviews work upon completion.
EASTCONN is currently recruiting for full time Student Support Specialist I positions at our Educational and Vocational Program located in ColumbiaCT.
To learn more about our program click here.
Required Qualifications:
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Education: High School Diploma or GED
Experience: At least one year of paid or unpaid volunteer experience working with children in an organized setting.
Or: Combination of education and experience that is a substantial equivalent to the above education and experience.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
1. For positions in the CDT Program: Within six 6 months of appointment must successfully complete Physical Management Techniques (PMT) training and recertification annually.
2. For positions in the Autism Program: Within six 6 months of appointment must successfully complete Safety Care training and recertification annually.
3. Depending on Program: Complete and maintain certification for First Aid and CPR.
At EASTCONN we believe that diversity is key to our success. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply including those who may not meet every listed qualification. Your passion drive and perspective are what matter most to us.
As an EEO/AA employer EASTCONN provides equal opportunity and prohibits discrimination harassment and retaliation based upon a persons race color religion sex age national or ethnic origin disability veteran status sexual orientation gender identity gender expression or any other characteristic protected under applicable law and caste which is protected by our policies.
AA/EOE
M/F/D/V
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
