Paraprofessional - Instruction -Hartford

Oak Hill • Hartford, CT

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About The Position

Oak Hill School seeks a Paraprofessional-Instruction to support students with diverse learning and developmental needs. Working alongside Special Education Teachers and a multidisciplinary team, the paraprofessional helps students make progress toward educational and personal goals, build independence, and participate in meaningful learning experiences. Oak Hill tailors programs to individual students and offers classrooms in community and public school settings across the Hartford area and surrounding communities.

Requirements

• Associate degree, or current enrollment, in education, child development, or a related field.
• Some experience in child care, education, or a related field.
• At least 18 years of age.
• Valid driver’s license held for at least two and a half to three years.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to follow instructional plans and directions.
• Compassion, patience, flexibility, and a positive attitude.
• Ability to safely assist students with mobility and personal care needs.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Education or a related field.
• At least one year of experience working with children or individuals with disabilities.
• Experience in a classroom or educational setting.
• Knowledge of student development and behavioral support strategies.

Responsibilities

• Support implementation of students’ Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and provide academic and vocational instruction and support to individual students inside and outside the classroom.
• Work one-on-one and in small groups to reinforce classroom instruction.
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and engaging learning environment.
• Encourage student independence while implementing individualized behavior support plans.
• Assist with classroom observation and documentation of student progress.
• Provide personal care support, including toileting, feeding, dressing, lifting, transferring, and other daily living activities as needed.
• Help maintain a clean, safe, and organized classroom environment.
• Assist students during transportation and school transitions when necessary.
• Collaborate with teachers, therapists, families, and other educational professionals to promote student success.
• Participate in ongoing training and maintain required certifications, including V-Endorsement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree