Paraprofessionals - Please Join Oak Hill's Live Hiring Event May 20 @ Avon Public Library!

Oak Hill/Gilead • Avon, CT

3d • $19 - $21 • Onsite

About The Position

Oak Hill is seeking Paraprofessionals to join their team for a meaningful career in special education. This role involves working in an Avon/Farmington Classroom, providing services to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The position offers opportunities for professional growth and personal fulfillment, making a difference in the lives of others. This is a direct care opportunity.

Requirements

• Willing to accept an hourly pay rate, ranging from $18.50 -$20.88 per hour.
• Hold a valid Driver’s License for a minimum of 3 years
• Earned a verifiable High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• 18 Years of Age, or older
• Associates degree in education, child development or related field or enrolled in a higher education program that leads to a degree in education, child development or related field and at least 5 years of experience and completed required OHS curriculum within 3 months of hire.
• Valid driver’s license
• A Public Service license with a V endorsement is required during the initial employment period, and this is facilitated through Oak Hill. “V” endorsement is required for operation of a student transportation vehicle, transporting students to and from school, including vehicles transporting special education students.
• Applicants or holders of a public passenger endorsement must have an acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Assists the teacher in the implementation of academic and/or vocational instruction to students individually or in small groups to implement Student Educational Plans.
• Creates and maintains a supportive learning environment and models appropriate behaviors to assist students in developing appropriate social skills.
• Safely assists students into and out of school transportation, transporting students to and from school as needed.
• Assists the teacher in planning of instructional content and activities that are aligned with standards, build on students’ prior knowledge and that provide for appropriate level of challenge for all students.
• Assists the teacher with ongoing observation and assessment, records instructional and behavioral data, and assists in developing appropriate techniques to reinforce learning.
• Modifies materials and implements instructional and behavior management strategies for students under the direct supervision of the Special Education teacher.

Benefits

• Generous Paid Vacation, Sick, and Personal Time, Plus Paid Holidays
• Affordable Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits (Oak Hill funds up to 50% of your HSA)
• 403(b) Retirement Plan (Oak Hill contributes 9.5% at no cost to you)
• Free and Low-Cost Life Insurance Options and Free Long-term Disability Insurance
• Excellent Professional Development Opportunities; Tuition Reimbursement; Career Pathways
• Staff Recognition and Appreciation
• Paid Training, Education, and Certification as necessary (including CPR training)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED