Location
Thompson, Connecticut
Salary
$21 - $25 / HOUR
Provide academic assistance and behavioral support to adolescent students with cognitive impairments and mental health issues in a residential setting. Help students develop essential life skills and effective coping strategies to foster a safe and therapeutic community.
Candidates must be at least 21 years old and hold a ParaPro certification, Associate's degree, or Bachelor's degree. A valid driver's license is required, and experience in special education or mental health settings is strongly preferred.
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Who We Are: Looking For:
Are you the Instructional Assistant we have been looking for? In this position, you will be able to convey your passion for educating others with a dynamic team by bringing an energetic and positive approach while working with our students!
The Susan Wayne Center of Excellence (SWCE) and the River Run Academy offer intensive residential, educational, medical, and clinical services for adolescent boys and girls who are mild to moderately cognitively impaired with concurrent behavioral, mental health, and medical issues. Located in rural Thompson, Connecticut, our state-of-the-art campus offers warm, home-like facilities in a pastoral setting.
Our students have often experienced complex trauma and often have not been successful in other settings. SWCE students typically require additional support in the classroom, as well as with emotional and behavioral difficulties, executive functioning, and life skills.
The pay range for this position is $21.00 to $25.00 per hour. The listed range reflects what we reasonably and in good faith expect to pay for this role at the time of posting the position. The actual compensation an employee is offered may vary based on several factors such as experience, education, licensure, certifications and qualifications. This range may be modified in the future.
At JRI, we are committed to fostering a workplace where every team member feels valued and respected. We believe that a culture built on mutual respect, collaboration, and opportunity allows our staff to thrive and do their best work. By supporting one another and recognizing each person's contributions, we create an environment where people can grow, develop their skills, and make a meaningful impact in the communities we serve. JRI is an equal opportunity employer.
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Market context
Teaching assistant roles in Connecticut are typically in steady demand in schools that need classroom support, student supervision, and help with daily routines. These positions can be competitive because employers often look for candidates who meet health, safety, and age requirements, including CPR, first-aid, medication administration, a current physical, and a negative TB test. Review the AI-summarized job requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your certifications and transportation before applying.
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