Intervention Specialist - LEARN Transition Academy - School Year 2026-2027

LEARN; Old Lyme (CT); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

LEARN Transition Academy seeks an Intervention Specialist to empower 18- to 22-year-olds to gain skills for independent living, employment, and community participation. Work takes place in real-world settings across southeastern Connecticut, with collaboration among educators, therapists, families, and community partners.

You will help students apply practical life skills and vocational readiness in community-based environments, building confidence and independence for life after school.

Qualifications

• Candidates must meet one of the following: Associate's Degree, 60 college credits, or Bachelor's Degree; OR High School Diploma and ParaPro Assessment.
• Preferred: experience with transition-age youth, autism, developmental disabilities, or related populations.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to participate in community-based programming and travel within the community.

Responsibilities

• Support students in community-based instruction, vocational experiences, and work placements.
• Teach and reinforce independent living skills such as cooking, shopping, budgeting, and community navigation.
• Support employment readiness, workplace communication, and job-related skills.
• Implement individualized transition goals and vocational supports.
• Foster self-advocacy, self-determination, and decision-making skills.
• Support social connections, recreation, and community participation.
• Implement positive behavioral supports and individualized interventions.
• Collaborate with families, teachers, therapists, employers, and community agencies.
• Help create safe, inclusive environments that promote dignity, belonging, and independence.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Travel within community

Education

Associate's degree or 60 college credits OR Bachelor's degree

High School Diploma + ParaPro

Job description

Intervention Specialist (Paraprofessional)

Empower Independence. Build Adult Living Skills. Create Meaningful Futures.

At LEARN Transition Academy, we believe every young adult deserves the opportunity to live, work, learn, and participate as independently as possible in their community. Our transition program serves students ages 18-22 through individualized instruction focused on employment readiness, independent living, self-advocacy, communication, and meaningful community engagement.

We are seeking compassionate, energetic, and dedicated Intervention Specialists who are passionate about helping young adults gain the skills, confidence, and experiences needed for life beyond school. If you believe in student potential and the power of real-world learning, we encourage you to engage in this role.

Why LEARN?

Make a Meaningful Impact

Help young adults build the skills necessary for employment, independent living, community participation, and lifelong success.

Work Beyond the Classroom

This is a dynamic, community-based role where learning takes place in workplaces, recreation programs, volunteer sites, colleges, businesses, and community settings throughout southeastern Connecticut.

Learn and Grow Professionally

LEARN Invests In Ongoing Professional Learning In

• Transition-focused best practices
• Community-based instruction
• Employment and vocational skill development
• Positive behavioral supports
• Autism and developmental disability supports
• Assistive technology and AAC
• Trauma-informed practices
• Data-informed decision making

Join a Mission-Driven Team

Work alongside educators, therapists, employment specialists, families, and community partners who are committed to helping students create fulfilling and independent futures.

Why This Role Is Different

As an Intervention Specialist, you help young adults apply skills in authentic environments while preparing for adulthood. Every day brings opportunities to support students as they navigate real-world experiences, build confidence, and strengthen independence.

You Will

• Support students in community-based instruction, vocational experiences, and work placements
• Teach and reinforce independent living skills such as cooking, shopping, budgeting, and community navigation
• Support employment readiness, workplace communication, and job-related skills
• Implement individualized transition goals and vocational supports
• Foster self-advocacy, self-determination, and decision-making skills
• Support social connections, recreation, and community participation
• Implement positive behavioral supports and individualized interventions
• Collaborate with families, teachers, therapists, employers, and community agencies
• Help create safe, inclusive environments that promote dignity, belonging, and independence

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys teaching practical life skills, working in the community, building meaningful relationships, and helping young adults achieve their goals.

Qualifications

Candidates must meet one of the following requirements:

• Associate's Degree, completion of at least 60 college credits, or Bachelor's Degree; OR
• High School Diploma and successful completion of the ParaPro Assessment.

Preferred Qualifications Include

• Experience working with transition-age youth, autism, developmental disabilities, or related populations
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Commitment to professionalism, confidentiality, and ethical practice
• Ability to participate in community-based programming and travel within the community

Join a Team That Builds Futures

At LEARN Transition Academy, we help young adults discover their strengths, develop independence, build meaningful relationships, and prepare for successful adult lives.

Empower independence. Teach real-life skills. Create opportunities. Join LEARN as an Intervention Specialist.

LEARN Regional Educational Service Center is an equal opportunity employer.