ARE YOU LOOKING TO IMPACT A CHILD’S LIFE?
ARE YOU LOOKING TO USE YOUR PAST GAINED EXPERIENCE TO HELP MAKE CHILDREN SUCCESSFUL NO MATTER THE CHALLENGES THEY MAY FACE?
ARE YOU LOOKING TO START A NEW ADVENTURE IN YOUR CAREER?
Then we would love to invite you to check out the programs we offer at Adelbrook Behavioral and Developmental Services.
Adelbrook provides a supportive and collaborative environment encompassing a variety of professionals and disciplines with one goal in mind; meeting the unique needs of our students.
Adelbrook is an approved provider of the Connecticut Department of Developmental Services (DDS) and Connecticut Department of Children and Families (DCF).
About the Program
Adelbrook’s educational continuum supports students ages 3-21 with a successful and enriching school experience.
Our five schools offer the latest in technology and provide a highly structured, language rich environment that promotes student growth in the areas of communication, social development, grade recovery, and independence.
Outdoor classrooms allow for alternatives for teaching and specialized playgrounds allow students of all abilities the opportunity to play and develop fine and gross motor skills.
About our Benefits
Adelbrook offers employees competitive salaries, high quality/ low cost health insurance, generous paid time off, a matching retirement savings plan, and life insurance.
Additionally, Adelbrook also supports continuing education with tuition reimbursement and matching loan/ loan forgiveness programs.
Job Summary
Educational support staff assists students with autism spectrum disorders and developmental and intellectual disabilities by developing/ implementing behavioral and instructional strategies/ activities.
Educational support staff assists in creating a classroom environment that encourages productive learning, fosters positive behaviors, and promotes independence.
S/he will work closely with the school-based team to support an educational environment.
This is an academic year position, with an additional 34 days (7 weeks) during the summer program or Extended School Year (ESY) for a total of 219 days a year.
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
Candidates must have a high school diploma/GED equivalent in junction with successful completion of the School Paraprofessional Certification.
This requirement is required upon hire Candidates with two or more years of experience as a child support personnel in a school setting are preferred.
Strong behavior management skills and experience is preferred.
Knowledge of Autism Spectrum Disorders and Intellectual & Behavioral Disorders must be demonstrated.
Candidates must have a positive attitude, good communication skills, demonstrated good judgment and ability to establish effective rapport with students, families, and all colleagues.
The ability to work with students and colleagues from diverse ethnic, economic, educational, and religious backgrounds is requisite as is commitment to exceeding standards of professional & ethical practices and responsibilities.
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