Vocational Classroom Support Specialist

Solterra-Academy; New Britain (CT); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Trainings provided by Solterra Academy

Competitive salary with annual reviews

Comprehensive health, dental, and view

Retirement savings plan with employer匹

PTO based on service length and role

Educational Reimbursement up to $4,200

Job summary

Solterra Academy is seeking a Classroom Support Staff member for our Vocational department. You will assist teachers in implementing academic, vocational, and behavioral programs, supervise students, and contribute to a safe classroom and work-site environment.

The role requires driving duties, data collection, and occupancy in a year-round program with in-person hours, including summer sessions. CPR and TCI certifications are required within specified windows.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Bachelor's Degree preferred.
• Previous experience working with children with severe behaviors is a plus.
• CPR certification required within 90 days of hire (training provided).
• Certification in Therapeutic Crisis Intervention required after hire (training provided).

Responsibilities

• Must be willing and able to get a Public Service license to drive students to and from work sites as well as field trips in a school van.
• Provide active supervision and assist students ages 18 through 22 who are placed at a community work sites.
• Assist students with academic tasks.
• Implement Behavior Intervention Plans with assigned students.
• Provide feedback to students in a therapeutic manner.
• Collect data on student behaviors.

Skills

Behavior management

Data recording

Student supervision

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's Degree preferred

Tools

CPR certification

Therapeutic Crisis Intervention

Job description

Solterra Academy is seeking a Classroom Support Staff member for our Vocational department. You will assist teachers in implementing academic, vocational, and behavioral programs, supervise students, and contribute to a safe classroom and work-site environment.

The role requires driving duties, data collection, and occupancy in a year-round program with in-person hours, including summer sessions. CPR and TCI certifications are required within specified windows.