What are the responsibilities and job description for the Student Support Specialist II (6 Positions) position at EASTCONN Shared Services at Ellington Public School?
EASTCONN's Shared Services Program is recruiting for Student Support Specialist II positions assigned to Ellington Public School located at 47 Main Street, Ellington, CT. These positions assist students and other classroom staff to promote a safe and healthy environment for learning. This position works under the supervision of a Special Education Teacher or other certified staff who assigns tasks and reviews work upon completion.
For more information regarding Ellington's Special Education Program, click here.
Required Qualifications:
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Education: High School Diploma or GED, and
Experience: Employment as a Student Support Specialist I or comparable position.
Or: Combination of education and experience that is a substantial equivalent to the above education and experience.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
1. As required by the assigned program: Within six (6) months of appointment, must successfully obtain and maintain certification in the relevant crisis management procedure implemented by the program to which they are assigned (e.g., Safety Care or PMT).
2. Depending on Program: Complete and maintain certification for First Aid and CPR.
3. Per program’s or school’s fidelity measures and expectations: Continually meet satisfactory criteria in 75% or more of assessed categories pertaining to student programming implementation.
4. Other specific program requirements.
At EASTCONN, we believe that diversity is key to our success. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply, including those who may not meet every listed qualification. Your passion, drive, and perspective are what matter most to us.
As an EEO/AA employer, EASTCONN provides equal opportunity and prohibits discrimination, harassment and retaliation based upon a person’s race, color, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law, and caste, which is protected by our policies.
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