Student Support & Instructional Aide (Day Shift)

Waterford Country Schoolorporated; Quaker Hill (CT); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Waterford Country School in Quaker Hill, CT is hiring for a Full Time role supporting teaching staff in instructional and clerical duties to promote educational excellence and equality. With a BA, you may serve as a substitute teacher in the absence of the certified teacher.

The position emphasizes assisting with routines, organizing space and materials, and reinforcing concepts per lesson plans, while maintaining strong communication with students and staff.

Qualifications

• Minimum of High School Diploma.
• Associates Degree preferred.
• Experience in working with children.
• Bachelors degree required for classroom substitute teaching function.

Responsibilities

• Assist in creating and supporting a positive learning environment that is responsive to and respectful of the learning needs of all students.
• Assist effectively managing routines and transitions.
• Assist the teacher in organizing space, materials, and equipment for instruction.
• Assist the teacher in establishing and maintaining classroom rules and expectations.
• Assist the teacher in preparation of materials for instruction.
• Reinforce previously taught concepts to students according to the teacher’s lesson plans.
• Function as a substitute for Education staff as directed by the Director of Education (BA level aides only).
• Maintain effective communication with students and colleagues.
• Provide support for students through verbal and non-verbal communication, and help students develop positive self-concepts.
• Assist in crisis management/support as directed by a Shift Supervisor and or Administrator.
• Attend all scheduled Education Department staff meetings, staff development, and trainings.
• Practice within the CARE and TCI models supporting the therapeutic milieu at Waterford Country School for clients, Agency staff, volunteers and stakeholders.
• Must obtain and maintain certification in TCI by passing a written test annually and physical skills assessment every 6 months.
• Uphold and model for our students the agency’s Health and Wellness model.
• Maintain knowledge of and follow Agency policies and procedures as contained in the WCS Personnel Handbook, WCS Procedure Manual, and departmental manuals.
• Maintain an awareness of and sensitivity to the cultural and socioeconomic differences present among the service population and fellow staff members of WCS, ensuring that cultural needs are respected and supported through the delivery of services and the development and implementation of agency programs and policies in a manner that is free from discrimination and bias relating to race, ethnicity, age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, status as a victim of domestic violence or religious beliefs.
• Function as a positive role model for all students and staff at the Waterford Country School.
• Perform other appropriate duties and carry out other projects and responsibilities as requested by the Director of Education.
• Maintain a Connecticut or other home state Driver’s License.

Skills

Initiative

Empathy

Self-Reflection & Growth

Time Management

Conflict Resolution & De-escalation

Effective Communication

Organization Skills

Knowledge of Microsoft Office/Video/GC

Education

High School Diploma

Associate degree preferred

Bachelor's degree for classroom substitute teaching

Job description

Waterford Country School in Quaker Hill, CT is hiring for a Full Time role supporting teaching staff in instructional and clerical duties to promote educational excellence and equality. With a BA, you may serve as a substitute teacher in the absence of the certified teacher.

The position emphasizes assisting with routines, organizing space and materials, and reinforcing concepts per lesson plans, while maintaining strong communication with students and staff.