Student Support Specialist: Help Students Thrive in SPED

The Bradley Center; Pittsburgh, Northern (Allegheny County, KY); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Student loan repayment

Sign-On Bonus

Relocation assistance

Employee referral bonuses

Paid time off

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Life insurance

Free meals and parking

Advanced training opportunities

Continuing education credits

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

The Bradley School in Pittsburgh is seeking a compassionate Student Support Specialist to collaborate with educators, support individualized learning, and help create a safe, engaging classroom.

You will promote positive behavior, support social-emotional development, ensure student wellbeing, and work with multidisciplinary teams to meet diverse student needs. The school offers 12-month or 9-month roles with a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Self-motivated and proactive, with the initiative to anticipate needs and take appropriate action.
• Strong ability to build meaningful, trusting relationships with children, fostering growth.
• Patient, adaptable, and creative in supporting students at their pace and level.
• Excellent communication skills with students, families, and team members.
• Professional, dependable, and ethical with sound judgment.

Responsibilities

• Support individualized student learning and classroom instruction.
• Assist with planning and facilitating classroom activities.
• Foster a positive, structured, and therapeutic learning environment.
• Support students' social, emotional, and behavioral development.
• Ensure the safety, well-being, and success of all students.
• Collaborate with teachers and multidisciplinary teams to meet student needs.

Skills

Self-motivated

Relationship building

Patience & adaptability

Excellent communication

Professional & ethical

Education

Minimum 48 college credits in Education, Social Work, Psychology, or related field

Bachelor's degree in Education, Social Work, Psychology, or related field preferred

Job description

The Bradley School in Pittsburgh is seeking a compassionate Student Support Specialist to collaborate with educators, support individualized learning, and help create a safe, engaging classroom.

You will promote positive behavior, support social-emotional development, ensure student wellbeing, and work with multidisciplinary teams to meet diverse student needs. The school offers 12-month or 9-month roles with a comprehensive benefits package.