Student Care Worker ILC

EdAdvance; New Milford (CT); On-site; USD 27,674 - 39,414; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive health benefits

Personal and sick time

Continuing education stipend

Ongoing RBT supervision hours

Job summary

A Regional Educational Service Center in Connecticut is seeking a qualified Student Care Worker to provide behavioral and instructional support within New Milford Public Schools. The role requires a commitment to meet educational standards, effective communication skills, and the ability to assist with student needs. Candidates must hold a high school diploma or equivalent and have experience in a public school setting. Competitive health benefits are offered along with an hourly wage based on experience, up to $24.35.

Qualifications

• Must meet Federal No Child Left Behind paraeducator standards.
• Previous experience working in a public school setting.
• Must have a valid CT driver's license and active vehicle insurance.

Responsibilities

• Provide instructional support across general and special education classes.
• Implement behavioral strategies tailored to student needs.
• Collect and maintain behavioral data.
• Assist with hygiene routines as needed.

Skills

Behavioral support

Instructional support

Communication skills

Responsibility

Ability to perform physical restraint techniques

Experience with de-escalation techniques

Education

High School diploma or GED diploma, plus two years of college credit or Associate's degree

Job description

• Position Type: New Milford Public School/ Student Care Worker
• Date Posted: 2/9/2026

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.

Student Care Worker - Individualized Learning Centers (ILC SCW)

Full Time / Academic Calendar 185 Days & Extended School Year 23 Days

New Milford Public Schools

EdAdvance is seeking a qualified applicant to provide behavioral and instructional support.

Major Responsibilities & Requirements

• Provide instructional support across general and special education classes
• Implement behavioral prevention and management strategies individualized to student needs
• Collection and ongoing maintenance of behavioral data collection
• Ability to assist with hygiene (i.e. toileting) routines
• Proactive and consistent communication with student's school team
• Availability to work specified school hours and attend all required meetings and trainings
• Experience in de-escalation techniques or willingness to be trained
• Other duties as assigned by supervising Board Certified Behavioral Analyst (BCBA)

Qualifications

• Must meet Federal No Child Left Behind (NCLB) paraeducator 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 paraeducation assessment, (ParaPro) which assesses content knowledge in mathematics, reading, writing and an understanding of how to assist in the instructions of these topics.
• Previous experience working in a public school setting
• Excellent professionalism and communication skills
• Demonstrated responsibility, reliability, and dependability
• Ability to safely perform physical restraint techniques when necessary
• Must have a valid CT driver's license and maintain active vehicle insurance
• Hourly compensation based on experience (up to $24.35)
• Competitive health benefits package
• Personal and sick time
• Continuing education stipend
• On-going RBT supervision hours provided by supervising BCBA

The ILC SCW works under the supervision of the New Milford Public Schools Board Certified Behavior Analyst.

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.

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].

In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state law, we provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Applicants requiring an accommodation to complete the application or interview process should contact Human Resources.