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EASTCONN

Program Aide (Part Time)

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A Teacher Assistant assists classroom teachers by providing extra individual attention and instruction to students. Helps teachers with recordkeeping, preparation for lessons and activities and supervising students. May work with special education students, or work in a school library or computer lab; may be called teacher aide or paraprofessional.

$39,399 / year median in Connecticut

+11% projected growth

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Job Description

EASTCONN's Adult and Community Programs is seeking a part time aide to run activities and provide supervision for elementary aged children at Natchaug Elementary School two afternoons a week during the school year.
Key Responsibilities:
Plan and facilitate activities designed for elementary-aged children, ensuring they are educational, fun, and age-appropriate. Provide active supervision, maintaining a safe and positive environment. Assist with setup and cleanup of activities and spaces. Foster a respectful and inclusive atmosphere, encouraging participation and positive interactions among children. Communicate effectively with children, staff, and parents as needed.
Qualifications:
Experience working with children in a group setting, such as in a school, camp, or daycare environment. Ability to manage groups of young children safely and positively. Strong interpersonal and communication skills. Patience, creativity, and a commitment to fostering an inclusive environment. Availability for two afternoon shifts per week during the school year. This position is not eligible for employer-sponsored benefits , including paid leave and health insurance, unless otherwise required by law. 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