Student Support Specialist

Inspire Growth.

Empower Learning.

Change a Child’s Future.

At The Bradley School, we believe every child deserves the opportunity to succeed.

As a licensed private academy serving nearly 200 students with special education needs, we provide a supportive, therapeutic learning environment where students with learning, emotional, and behavioral challenges can thrive.

Our dedicated educators and state-of-the-art classrooms create opportunities for students to build confidence, develop essential life skills, and achieve academic success.

Every day, our team makes a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families.

The Bradley School is seeking compassionate, energetic, and dedicated Student Support Specialist to join our team.

In this role, you will work alongside experienced educators to support student learning, promote positive behavior, and help create a safe and engaging classroom environment.

As a Student Support Specialist, you will play a vital role in helping students reach their full intellectual, social, and emotional potential while celebrating their unique strengths and abilities.

Primary Responsibilities: Support individualized student learning and classroom instruction Assist with planning and facilitating classroom activities Foster a positive, structured, and therapeutic learning environment Support students' social, emotional, and behavioral development Ensure the safety, well-being, and success of all students Collaborate with teachers and multidisciplinary teams to meet student needs Qualifications Best Suited for the Position: Self-motivated and proactive, with the initiative to anticipate needs and take appropriate action.

Strong ability to build meaningful, trusting relationships with children, fostering positive social, emotional, and behavioral development.

Patient, adaptable, and creative in supporting students, meeting them at their individual pace and level of development.

Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with students, families, and team members.

Professional, dependable, and ethical, demonstrating sound judgment, reliability, and a strong commitment to excellence.

Minimum of 48 college credits in Education, Social Work, Psychology, or a related field required Bachelor's degree in Education, Social Work, Psychology, or a related field preferred Must be at least 21 years of age Valid driver's license and auto insurance Excellent benefits including: Student Loan Repayment Program – We contribute directly to your student loan lender each month $1,500 Sign-On Bonus $2,000 Relocation Assistance Employee Referral Bonuses 4 weeks of Paid Time Off during your first year Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance 401(k) Retirement Plan Life Insurance Free Meals and Parking Advanced Training Opportunities Continuing Education Credits Opportunities for professional growth and advancement Why Join The Bradley School?

We value our employees and offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support both your professional and personal success.

Both 12-month positions and a limited number of 9-month positions are available.

Our Commitment At The Bradley School, we are passionate advocates for children with special needs.

We are committed to providing care, compassion, and opportunity while recognizing and building upon the strengths of every child, youth, and family we serve.

If you are looking for a rewarding career where you can make a lasting impact on the lives of children, we encourage you to apply and become part of our mission-driven team.

Join us in helping students discover their strengths, achieve their goals, and build brighter futures.

We are committed to advocacy for children with special needs, care and compassion, and focusing on the inherent strengths of children, youth and families without regard to race, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, or gender.

The Bradley Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.