Paraprofessional/ Teacher's Assistant
Futures Inc•West Hartford, CT
•Onsite
About The Position
Futures School specializes in working with developmental disabilities and offers a unique educational experience. This role involves providing 1:1 academic and community-based support services, including transporting students to job sites and community activities using a company car.
Requirements
- Associate degree OR Bachelor's degree (preferred)
- 1-2 years of experience supporting individuals with developmental disabilities and challenging behaviors
- Clear background check required
- Valid CT driver's license; "V" endorsement process required by state law
- Three (3) letters of recommendation required
- Ability to pass pre-employment drug screening and random drug screenings
- DOT Regulation 49 CFR Part 40 does not authorize the use of Schedule I drugs, including marijuana, for any reason at all
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor's degree
Responsibilities
- Provide 1:1 academic/community-based support services
- Transport students to job sites/community activities
- Follow students' lesson plans and schedules as developed by the Special Education teacher
- Analyze job requirements, sequence daily tasks, observe and record data, and provide training at student job sites using appropriate instructional interventions
- Alert teachers to the needs/concerns of students
- Assist in the evaluation of students' progress
- Perform other delegated non-instructional responsibilities as assigned by the Special Education teacher or Education Director
Benefits
- CPR and PMT Training given at no cost to the employee
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
