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Student Support Specialist II EASTCONN EASTCONN Shared Services at EO Smith - Mansfield, Connecticut This job is also posted in

EASTCONN

Job Details

Job ID:

5900022

Application Deadline:

Posted until filled

Posted:

Today

Starting Date:

Immediately Job Description

EASTCONN

operates a shared services program at E.O. Smith High School, located in Storrs, CT. In this program

EASTCONN

employees work at the E.O. Smith High School location with students who need a structured, supportive, therapeutic environment in order to achieve academic and behavioral success. The program emphasizes supporting students in acquiring the academic, social, emotional and behavioral skills necessary to be successful in the public high school setting, and combine individualized instruction with a multimodal approach and high-interest materials to maximize learning. We are hiring Student Support Specialist IIs 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.

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.

Compensation:

Placement within the range is based on factors including education, experience, licensure/certification, internal equity, and applicable collective bargaining agreements, where applicable.

Benefits:

EASTCONN

offers a competitive benefits package for eligible employees subject to union contract that may include: Medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance - Participation in the Connecticut State Partnership Health Plan (where applicable). Retirement plan participation Paid sick leave and personal leave (as applicable) Employer paid life insurance and voluntary employee paid supplemental life insurance available Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Professional development opportunities Eligibility for benefits is based on position and scheduled hours. 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 person's 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

Position Type:

Full-Time

Salary:

$21.90 to $22.56 Per Hour