Student Care Worker

EdAdvance; New Milford (CT); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional educational service center in New Milford is seeking a full-time Student Care Worker to support children with special needs. The role involves assisting students in their daily lives and developing essential skills. Candidates should prefer working with diverse needs and need to meet paraprofessional standards. Physical ability to manage students and maintain attendance is crucial. This position values confidential interactions and requires a positive approach to student development.

Qualifications

• Experience in ABA is preferred.
• Desire to work with diverse children's needs.
• Must meet NCLB paraprofessional standards.

Responsibilities

• Support special needs students in school.
• Assist in developing life skills and behavior management.
• Handle physical tasks related to student care.

Skills

Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)

Desire to work with children with special needs

Ability to maintain confidentiality

Ability to manage disruptive children

Physical stamina and mobility

Education

High School diploma or GED

Two years of college credit

Associate's degree or higher

Job description

Position Details

• Position Type: New Milford Public School / Student Care Worker
• Date Posted: 2/18/2026

Job Overview

Student Care Worker – Full Time, academic calendar with summer hours possible – New Milford.

EdAdvance is one of Connecticut's six Regional Educational Service Centers (RESCs). EdAdvance is also a partner in the RESC Alliance and works collaboratively with the other RESC groups to support state-wide initiatives.

Mission – EdAdvance exists to promote the success of school districts and their communities.

EdAdvance is redefining what a Regional Education Service Center can be using a systemic approach – grounded in the "3C's", Connection Culture, and Customization. Focused on local and regional priorities, we are reinvesting the expertise, energy, and resources of the agency to amplify the benefit of our constituents.

Major Responsibilities

• Support students, grades PreK-12, with special needs, in New Milford area schools.
• Support the student in their development of life skills and strategies to manage their behavior.
• Lifting/transferring students and assisting them with the activities of daily living, including toileting.
• Regular and consistent attendance is considered an essential function of this position.
• Other duties as may be assigned.

Qualifications

• ABA (Applied Behavior Analysis) experience and skills preferred.
• Desire to work with children with varied special needs, including autism.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality about issues related to children and families.
• Must meet Federal No Child Left Behind (NCLB) paraprofessional standards:
• High School diploma or GED diploma AND
• Two years of college credit, OR
• An Associate's (or higher) degree, OR
• Pass the State Board of Education adopted paraprofessional assessment (ParaPro) which assesses content knowledge in mathematics, reading, writing and an understanding of how to assist in the instructions of these topics.
• The ability to physically manage a disruptive child both individually and as part of a team to ensure the safety of the student and staff.
• Must be able to perform approved physical management in accordance with the mandated approved techniques for student restraint and seclusion.
• Must maintain the stamina and mobility to ensure student safety as it relates to student flight or avoidance.
• Must be able to withstand the physical demands of frequent standing, bending, kneeling and therapeutic holding as required with the ability to lift 10+ lbs.

Application Procedure

Applications should be submitted for consideration by visiting EdAdvance's employment page at http://edadvance.org/about-us/employment, and click on the APPLY button next to the job posting of interest.

EEO Statement

EdAdvance does not discriminate in any of its programs, activities or employment practices on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran, marital or familial status, pregnancy, genetic information, or status as a domestic violence victim (along with any other classification protected by law). EdAdvance further provides equal access to the Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, and all other designated youth groups. To file a complaint of discrimination, write Director, Office of Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, Washington, DC 20250-9410, or the Connecticut Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities, 450 Columbus Boulevard, Hartford, CT 06103. Any person having inquiries concerning EdAdvance's compliance with its nondiscrimination policies and procedures, including compliance with Section 504, Title VI or Title IX, should contact [e-mail].