Inclusive Classroom Support Specialist

EAST LYME PUBLIC SCHOOLS; East Lyme (CT); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

East Lyme Public Schools seeks an Instructional Assistant to support students under a certified teacher's direction, planning lessons and delivering tailored instruction in collaboration with the classroom team.

The role requires strict confidentiality, ethical conduct, and the ability to work both independently and with others, including supervision of students and assisting with health-related tasks as needed.

Qualifications

• Passing score on ParaPro/Para Pathways, or an Associates Degree, or 60 hours of college credit.

Responsibilities

• Instructs/tutors students individually or in small groups under the direction of a certified teacher.
• Plans lessons and implements lesson plans in collaboration with the classroom teacher.
• Maintains ethical behavior and confidentiality of information about students and staff.
• Work independently or as part of a team and accompany students into inclusive settings.
• Assist with toileting, feeding and health responsibilities as needed.
• Support with loading/unloading of students onto vehicles and supervise behavior programs.

Skills

Ethical behavior

Confidentiality

Teamwork

Independence

Student-focused

Education

ParaPro/Para Pathways passing score

Associates Degree

60 hours of college credit

Job description

East Lyme Public Schools seeks an Instructional Assistant to support students under a certified teacher's direction, planning lessons and delivering tailored instruction in collaboration with the classroom team.

The role requires strict confidentiality, ethical conduct, and the ability to work both independently and with others, including supervision of students and assisting with health-related tasks as needed.