Oak Hill/Gilead
Location
Hebron, Connecticut
Salary
$19 / HOUR
The Assistant Teacher provides hands-on support to Special Education Teachers by assisting students with academic and social development. Responsibilities include reinforcing lessons, managing student behavior, and assisting with personal care and transportation.
Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED and be at least 18 years old with a valid driver's license. A Public Service license with a V endorsement is required for student transportation.
Generous Paid Vacation, Sick, and Personal Time, Plus Paid Holidays Affordable Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits (Oak Hill funds up to 50% of your medical deductible in an HSA account) 403(b) Retirement Plan (Oak Hill contributes 9.5% at no cost to you) Free and Low-Cost Life Insurance Options and Free Long-term Disability Insurance Excellent Professional Development Opportunities; Tuition Reimbursement; Career Pathways Staff Recognition and Appreciation Paid Training, Education, and Certification as necessary (including CPR training) This is a union position and pays $18.50 per hour.
Under the direct supervisor of the Special Education Teacher: Assists students in achieving social and academic development (add this bullet) Reinforce lessons by reviewing material one-on-one and in small groups with students. Assists in fostering student engagement, creating, and maintaining a supportive learning environment. (add this bullet) Model appropriate behaviors to assist students in developing appropriate social skills (add this bullet) Encourages student independence and implementing prescribed behavioral management plans. Assists students in learning self-care techniques, including toileting and personal hygiene, eating, dressing and other personal care tasks. Assists teachers with ongoing observation and documentation. Help teachers maintain records for student progress and program development. Get materials and equipment ready to help teachers prepare for class. Supervise students during lunch or breaks, as well as in between classes and on field trips. Transport students on field trips. Assist students who may need additional help learning a specific concept. Assists in fostering student engagement. We support equality for and advancement of all people, based on their qualifications and actions alone, without regard to color, gender, age, religion, national origin or disability. Our company is dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment. If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, please reach out to total.rewards@oakhillct.org. We will make every effort to accommodate your needs in accordance with applicable laws and our commitment to accessibility and inclusion. An Equal Opportunity Employer.
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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Salary benchmark
$39,855 avg / yr
Typical range: $35,360–$39,520 based on 71 active listings in Connecticut