Job Description The EASTCONNs Bridges Community School Autism Program is seekinga Student Support Specialist II to provide 11 supportwith children with autism and related disabilities.Thisposition will work under the supervision of a Special Education Teacher or other certified staff and will assist students and other classroom staff to promote a safe and healthy environment for learning working directly with students within our Autism program in Columbia. Experience with childrenwith autism spectrum disordersor significant behavioral needs and application ofapplied behavior analysispreferred.To learn more about our program click on EASTCONN Bridges Community School.
Required Qualifications
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Education High School Diploma or GED
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
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.
Depending on Program Complete and maintain certification for First Aid and CPR.
Per programs or schools fidelity measures and expectations Continually meet satisfactory criteria in 75 or more of assessed categories pertaining to student programming implementation.
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.
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