Paraprofessional Instruction-Avon

Oak Harbor Freight Lines, Inc.; Avon, Northern (CT, KY); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Oak Hill School in Avon, CT is seeking a Paraprofessional-Instruction to support students with diverse learning needs alongside Special Education Teachers and a multidisciplinary team. You will help implement IEP goals, provide instruction, and promote independence in a supportive classroom setting.

You will work with students one-on-one and in small groups, assist with daily living activities as needed, and collaborate with families and professionals to achieve student success.

Qualifications

• Associates degree or current enrollment in education, child development or related field.
• Some experience in child care, education or related field.
• At least 18 years of age.
• Valid driver’s license for at least two and a half to three years.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to follow instructional plans and directions.
• Compassion, patience, flexibility, and a positive attitude.
• Ability to safely assist students with mobility and personal care needs.

Responsibilities

• Support the implementation of students' IEPs and provide instruction and support for individual students inside and outside the classroom.
• Work one-on-one and in small groups to reinforce classroom instruction.
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and engaging learning environment.
• Encourage student independence while implementing individualized behavior support plans.
• Assist with classroom observation and documentation of student progress.
• Provide personal care support, including toileting, feeding, dressing, lifting, transferring, and other daily living activities as needed.
• Help maintain a clean, safe, and organized classroom environment.
• Assist students during transportation and school transitions when necessary.
• Collaborate with teachers, therapists, families, and other educational professionals to promote student success.
• Participate in ongoing training and maintain required certifications.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Patience

Compassion

Mobility support

Education

Associates degree or current enrollment in education/child development

Bachelor’s degree in Education or related field

Job description

Help Students Discover Their Potential Every Day

Oak Hill School sets the standard in empowering students to learn through meaningful, functional, and innovative educational experiences that build self-advocacy and independence and reinforce the dignity of students using comprehensive transdisciplinary support.Do you have a passion for helping children learn, grow, and become more independent? Are you patient, compassionate, and energized by making a meaningful difference? If so.

As a Paraprofessional-Instruction, you'll work alongside Special Education Teachers and a multidisciplinary team to support students with diverse learning and developmental needs. Every day presents an opportunity to celebrate milestones, encourage independence, and help students achieve their educational and personal goals.

What You'll Do

As a Paraprofessional-Instruction, you will:

• Support the implementation of students' Individual Education Plans (IEP) and provide academic and vocational instruction and support for individual students inside and outside of the classroom.
• Work one-on-one and in small groups to reinforce classroom instruction.
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and engaging learning environment.
• Encourage student independence while implementing individualized behavior support plans.
• Assist with classroom observation and documentation of student progress.
• Provide personal care support, including toileting, feeding, dressing, lifting, transferring, and other daily living activities as needed.
• Help maintain a clean, safe, and organized classroom environment.
• Assist students during transportation and school transitions when necessary.
• Collaborate with teachers, therapists, families, and other educational professionals to promote student success.

• Participate in ongoing training and maintain required certifications, including V-Endorsement.

What We're Looking For

Minimum Qualifications

• Associates degree (or currently enrolled) in education, child development or related field.
• Some experience in child care, education or related field
• At least 18 years of age.
• Valid driver's license for at least two and a half to three years
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to follow instructional plans and directions.
• Compassion, patience, flexibility, and a positive attitude.
• Ability to safely assist students with mobility and personal care needs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Education or a related field.
• At least one year of experience working with children or individuals with disabilities.
• Experience in a classroom or educational setting.
• Knowledge of student development and behavioral support strategies.

Make an Impact

If you're looking for more than just a job and want a career where your work truly matters,we'd love to hear from you.