Student Support Specialist II

EASTCONN Bridges Community School; Columbia (CT); On-site; USD 30,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, prescription, dental, and视on

Retirement plan participation

Paid sick leave

Professional development opportunities

Tuition reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Life insurance

Job summary

The EASTCONN's Bridges Community School (Autism Program) is seeking a Student Support Specialist II to provide 1:1 support with children with autism and related disabilities in Columbia, Connecticut. The candidate will work under supervision of a Special Education Teacher, assisting students and staff to foster a safe, inclusive learning environment.

Qualified applicants should have a High School Diploma or GED; prior experience as a Student Support Specialist I or equivalent is preferred.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or GED
• Experience: Employment as a Student Support Specialist I or comparable position
• Or: Combination of education and experience that is substantial equivalent

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support to children with autism and related disabilities.
• Work under the supervision of a Special Education Teacher or certified staff.
• Assist students and classroom staff to promote a safe and healthy learning environment.

Skills

1:1 support

Autism program experience

Behavior management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Experience as Student Support Specialist I

Job description

Student Support Specialist II

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Job Details

Job ID: 5554895
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Feb 25, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

The EASTCONN's Bridges Community School (Autism Program) is seekinga Student Support Specialist II to provide 1:1 supportwith children with autism and related disabilities.Thisposition will work under the supervision of a Special Education Teacher or other certified staff and will assist students and other classroom staff to promote a safe and healthy environment for learning, working directly with students within our Autism program in Columbia. Experience with childrenwith autism spectrum disordersor significant behavioral needs and application ofapplied behavior analysis
preferred.

Required Qualifications:

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Education: High School Diploma or GED
Experience: Employment as a Student Support Specialist I or comparable position.
Or: Combination of education and experience that is a substantial equivalent to the above education and experience.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• As required by the assigned program: Within six (6) months of appointment, must successfully obtain and maintain certification in the relevant crisis management procedure implemented by the program to which they are assigned (e.g., Safety Care or PMT).
• Depending on Program: Complete and maintain certification for First Aid and CPR.
• Per program’s or school’s fidelity measures and expectations: Continually meet satisfactory criteria in 75% or more of assessed categories pertaining to student programming implementation.
• Other specific program requirements..

EASTCONN offers a competitive benefits package for eligible employees that may include:

• Medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance
• Participation in the Connecticut State Partnership Health Plan (where applicable)
• Retirement plan participation
• Paid sick leave, and personal leave (as applicable)
• Employer paid life insurance and voluntary employee paid supplemental life insurance available
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Professional development opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement (where applicable)

Eligibility for benefits is based on position and scheduled hours.

At EASTCONN, we believe that diversity is key to our success. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply, including those who may not meet every listed qualification. Your passion, drive, and perspective are what matter most to us.

As an EEO/AA employer, EASTCONN provides equal opportunity and prohibits discrimination, harassment and retaliation based upon a person’s race, color, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law, and caste, which is protected by our policies.

AA/EOE
M/F/D/V

Position Type: Full-Time
Salary: $21.90 to $22.56 Per Hour
Job Categories:

Instructional Support > Individual Aide

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Melanie Marcaccio
• 376 Hartford Turnpike
• Hampton, Connecticut 06247
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]