Assistant Teacher
Specialized Education Services·Killingly, Connecticut
Specialized Education Services·Killingly, Connecticut
The role involves providing one-on-one customized behavior support and academic assistance to students based on their Individualized Education Plans (IEP). Responsibilities include implementing behavior support plans, tracking progress data, and ensuring student safety through supervision and de-escalation techniques.
Shine on as an assistant teacher Specialized Education Services, Inc. (SESI), a division of FullBloom, is a premier provider of education services for K-12 students who require additional supports to overcome challenges that impede success in a traditional school setting.
SESI partners with school districts to run in-district classrooms and standalone schools that meet the academic, behavioral, and social-emotional needs of special and alternative education students.
Partnering with over 600 school districts nationwide, SESI serves more than 7,000 students.
Join our team members who shine a positive light on our students and uncover the unique learner within.
Have a profound impact, grow, learn, and thrive as part of our team.
What you can expect from us.
Career pathways, mobility up and across our national network, and ongoing professional and leadership development.
Paid training, tuition reimbursement, and credentialing support.
Data-driven, evidence-based learning and instructional models, including SESI’s own positive behavioral interventions and support (PBIS) framework called CASE.
An attractive and robust suite of benefits, including comprehensive healthcare benefits, 401(k) with employer match, employee assistance program, mental health support, fertility and family building, and more.
Smaller class sizes in diverse educational settings.
Fuel student success—and your own—as you support your assigned student as determined by their individualized education plan (IEP). Realize the joy of possibility as you provide customized behavior support and teach valuable life skills. You will play an essential role as part of a multidisciplinary team in delivering holistic guidance and support.
High school diploma. Experience working in an educational setting implementing behavioral interventions for students with intensive behavioral needs preferred.
USD $18.00 - USD $21.00 /Hr. Physical Requirements
Ability to run short distances and move swiftly in response to student needs, including bending, kneeling, and crouching.
Ability to lift and assist students with mobility challenges, often requiring the handling of up to 50 pounds or more.
Skill in managing fine motor tasks, such as helping students with writing, manipulating small objects, or using adaptive devices.
Ability to operate a computer or tablet for up to 8 hours daily.
Capacity to notice and respond to non-verbal cues from students.
Capacity to remain calm and composed during physically and emotional demanding situations, ensuring student safety and well-being Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.
SESI.AT.2
A high school diploma is required, and experience implementing behavioral interventions for students with intensive needs is preferred. Candidates must be physically able to lift up to 50 pounds and respond swiftly to student needs.
Market context
In Connecticut, Assistant Teacher roles are commonly tied to early childhood classrooms, where schools and childcare programs look for experience with children ages 3–6 and comfort working in a collaborative setting. These positions can be competitive because employers often value both classroom experience and a genuine interest in Montessori methods. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then tailor your application to show relevant age-group experience and teamwork in your cover letter.