Social Emotional Learning Support

Guidedstudies; New Haven (CT); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Vision benefits

Dental benefits

Job summary

A local educational institution in New Haven is seeking a dedicated individual for a Social Emotional Learning Support position. This role involves providing classroom and student support, facilitating social-emotional learning circles, and collaborating with diverse students and families. Candidates should have experience working with young children, a firm understanding of child development, and strong communication skills. Compensation ranges from $30,000 to $40,000, with benefits available.

Qualifications

• Experience in a school, clinical, or childcare setting.
• Firm understanding of child development and developmentally appropriate practices.
• Experience with students with challenging behaviors.

Responsibilities

• Responds to classrooms to support students.
• Provides behavioral intervention for students in class.
• Maintains record of work with students and families.

Skills

Experience working with young children

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Bilingual (Spanish/English)

Education

B.A. or other degree/certification in a related field

Job description

Social Emotional Learning Support in New Haven, CT, US

Elm City Montessori School, launched in August 2014, is New Haven’s first public Montessori school. We are committed to actively building an Antibias Anti‑Racist school community. We are seeking Student Support to support us in building a vibrant and healthy learning environment. We serve over 300 students between the ages of 3 and 14. New Haven, Connecticut is a thriving arts, cultural, and education hub, located in the center of a growing community of public Montessori schools.

About the Position

This is a 10‑month position. This person reports to the leaders of the SEL Team.

Required Qualifications

• Experience working with young children in a school, clinical, or childcare setting.
• Firm understanding of child development and developmentally appropriate practices.

Preferred Qualifications

• B.A. or other degree/certification in a related field.
• Experience specifically in early childhood and/or working with students with challenging behaviors.
• Well‑organized, positive, proactive, and motivated.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, and works well with diverse students and adults.
• Bilingual (Spanish/English).

Areas of Responsibility

• Classroom Support
  • Responds to classrooms as needed to support students.
  • Collaborates with staff to plan consistent supports for students.
  • Communicates and collaborates with the SEL Team throughout the day to meet the needs of students and classrooms throughout the school.
  • Provides classroom coverage and support as needed.
• Student Support
  • Provides behavioral intervention and support for students in class.
  • Processes with students to facilitate reflection and regulation.
  • Works with students to build social‑emotional skills.
  • Facilitates SEL circles with small groups of students.
  • Monitors a safe space for students for de‑escalation, reflection, and work.
  • Communicates with families about successes and challenges at school.
• Other
  • Maintains record and documentation of work with students and families.
  • Learns about and practices Anti‑Bias Anti‑Racist practices in a Montessori setting.
  • Engages with coaching by setting clear goals and receiving feedback.
  • Participates in weekly professional learning with school team.

Compensation

Compensation: $30,000‑$40,000, based on education and experience. Medical, vision, and dental benefits available.