CAPITOL REGION EDUCATION COUNCIL
Paraeducator - River Street School - JOB ID# 13732
CAPITOL REGION EDUCATION COUNCIL, Windsor, Connecticut, us, 06006
Paraeducator - River Street School (JOB ID# 13732)
Location:
River Street School – Windsor, Connecticut
Type:
Full‑time, 10‑month position (25/26 school year, with opportunities for extended‑day hours and a 6‑week summer program)
About the School:
River Street School is a Student Services School where area public school districts refer students based on needed supports for IEP or 504 plan. The student population ranges from 5 to 21 years old, with the majority diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder and requiring various supports.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Assist the special education teacher in classroom preparations and reinforce instructional materials and skills based on individual student needs.
Implement behavior support plans, ensuring a safe and orderly classroom.
Use everyday activities such as mealtimes and transitions as teaching opportunities.
Accompany students on community outings, providing supervision and instruction.
Maintain on‑task behavior throughout the school day.
Follow all applicable safety rules, procedures, and policies as outlined in the handbook.
Apply emergency interventions as prescribed by the Safety Care Curriculum and state regulations.
Support therapy plans in behavior, speech, occupational, and physical therapy, including data collection.
Utilize communication devices and techniques.
Communicate effectively and appropriately with students, colleagues, and administration.
Work effectively within a multidisciplinary team approach.
Perform any other related duties as assigned.
Equipment:
Use of standard office equipment, including computers, fax, and photocopiers.
Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards:
Lift greater than 25 pounds.
Move between kneeling and standing positions with ease and without outside support.
Perform tasks requiring kneeling on one or both knees.
Get up and down from the floor without assistance.
Bend from the legs with ease.
Shuffle quickly on feet (front to back, back to front, side to side).
Work in standard office, school building, bus, or van environments.
Work outdoors during student activities.
Demonstrate proficiency in de‑escalation and restraint training (Safety Care).
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Follow instructions provided in written or oral form.
Work with a diverse group of individuals.
Maintain confidentiality regarding students, employees, and others.
Build supportive and compassionate relationships with students with special needs.
Establish cooperative working relationships with parents and staff.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Requirements:
At least 18 years of age with a high school diploma.
Strong interest in learning to work with students with disabilities.
Preferred Qualifications:
Currently pursuing a 4‑year degree in psychology, education, speech pathology, or related field.
At least 2 years of experience working with a diverse population of individuals with disabilities.
Experience in human services or providing direct care.
Ability to pass a two‑day Safety Care training program without restrictions.
Benefits and Compensation:
Salary range $35,500.00‑$40,000.00. For more information, visit https://www.crec.org/careers/jobs.php.
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River Street School – Windsor, Connecticut
Type:
Full‑time, 10‑month position (25/26 school year, with opportunities for extended‑day hours and a 6‑week summer program)
About the School:
River Street School is a Student Services School where area public school districts refer students based on needed supports for IEP or 504 plan. The student population ranges from 5 to 21 years old, with the majority diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder and requiring various supports.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Assist the special education teacher in classroom preparations and reinforce instructional materials and skills based on individual student needs.
Implement behavior support plans, ensuring a safe and orderly classroom.
Use everyday activities such as mealtimes and transitions as teaching opportunities.
Accompany students on community outings, providing supervision and instruction.
Maintain on‑task behavior throughout the school day.
Follow all applicable safety rules, procedures, and policies as outlined in the handbook.
Apply emergency interventions as prescribed by the Safety Care Curriculum and state regulations.
Support therapy plans in behavior, speech, occupational, and physical therapy, including data collection.
Utilize communication devices and techniques.
Communicate effectively and appropriately with students, colleagues, and administration.
Work effectively within a multidisciplinary team approach.
Perform any other related duties as assigned.
Equipment:
Use of standard office equipment, including computers, fax, and photocopiers.
Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards:
Lift greater than 25 pounds.
Move between kneeling and standing positions with ease and without outside support.
Perform tasks requiring kneeling on one or both knees.
Get up and down from the floor without assistance.
Bend from the legs with ease.
Shuffle quickly on feet (front to back, back to front, side to side).
Work in standard office, school building, bus, or van environments.
Work outdoors during student activities.
Demonstrate proficiency in de‑escalation and restraint training (Safety Care).
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Follow instructions provided in written or oral form.
Work with a diverse group of individuals.
Maintain confidentiality regarding students, employees, and others.
Build supportive and compassionate relationships with students with special needs.
Establish cooperative working relationships with parents and staff.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Requirements:
At least 18 years of age with a high school diploma.
Strong interest in learning to work with students with disabilities.
Preferred Qualifications:
Currently pursuing a 4‑year degree in psychology, education, speech pathology, or related field.
At least 2 years of experience working with a diverse population of individuals with disabilities.
Experience in human services or providing direct care.
Ability to pass a two‑day Safety Care training program without restrictions.
Benefits and Compensation:
Salary range $35,500.00‑$40,000.00. For more information, visit https://www.crec.org/careers/jobs.php.
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