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Student Support Specialist II

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EASTCONN Bridges Community School

Columbia, CT (In Person)

$45,552 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 3 weeks ago (Updated 1 week ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 7/12/2026

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Job Description

Student Support Specialist II EASTCONN EASTCONN Bridges Community School - Columbia, Connecticut This job is also posted in
EASTCONN
Job Details
Job ID:
5754293
Application Deadline:
Posted until filled
Posted:
Jun 02, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date:
Immediately Job Description The EASTCONN's Bridges Community School (Autism Program) is seeking a Student Support Specialist II to provide 1:1 support with children with autism and related disabilities. This position will work under the supervision of a Special Education Teacher or other certified staff and will assist students and other classroom staff to promote a safe and healthy environment for learning, working directly with students within our Autism program in Columbia. Experience with children with autism spectrum disorders or significant behavioral needs and application of applied behavior analysis preferred. To learn more about our program, click on
EASTCONN
Bridges Community School.
Required Qualifications:
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Education:
High School Diploma or GED
Experience:
Employment as a Student Support Specialist I or comparable position.
Or:
Combination of education and experience that is a substantial equivalent to the above education and experience.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
As required by the assigned program: Within six (6) months of appointment, must successfully obtain and maintain certification in the relevant crisis management procedure implemented by the program to which they are assigned (e.g., Safety Care or PMT). Depending on
Program:
Complete and maintain certification for First Aid and CPR. Per program's or school's fidelity measures and expectations: Continually meet satisfactory criteria in 75% or more of assessed categories pertaining to student programming implementation. Other specific program requirements.. 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 $21.90 Per Hour