Educational Paraprofessional Intervention Specialist - LEARN Transition Academy - School Year 2026-2027 - LEARN RESC

Job Description:

Intervention Specialist (Paraprofessional)

Empower Independence. Build Adult Living Skills. Create Meaningful Futures.

At LEARN Transition Academy, we believe every young adult deserves the opportunity to live, work, learn, and participate as independently as possible in their community. Our transition program serves students ages 18-22 through individualized instruction focused on employment readiness, independent living, self-advocacy, communication, and meaningful community engagement.

We are seeking compassionate, energetic, and dedicated Intervention Specialists who are passionate about helping young adults gain the skills, confidence, and experiences needed for life beyond school. If you believe in student potential and the power of real-world learning, we encourage you to apply.

Why LEARN?

Make a Meaningful Impact

Help young adults build the skills necessary for employment, independent living, community participation, and lifelong success.

Work Beyond the Classroom

This is a dynamic, community-based role where learning takes place in workplaces, recreation programs, volunteer sites, colleges, businesses, and community settings throughout southeastern Connecticut.

Learn and Grow Professionally

LEARN invests in ongoing professional learning in:

• Transition-focused best practices
• Community-based instruction
• Employment and vocational skill development
• Positive behavioral supports
• Autism and developmental disability supports
• Assistive technology and AAC
• Trauma-informed practices
• Data-informed decision making

Join a Mission-Driven Team

Work alongside educators, therapists, employment specialists, families, and community partners who are committed to helping students create fulfilling and independent futures.

Why This Role Is Different

As an Intervention Specialist, you help young adults apply skills in authentic environments while preparing for adulthood. Every day brings opportunities to support students as they navigate real-world experiences, build confidence, and strengthen independence.

You will:

• Support students in community-based instruction, vocational experiences, and work placements
• Teach and reinforce independent living skills such as cooking, shopping, budgeting, and community navigation
• Support employment readiness, workplace communication, and job-related skills
• Implement individualized transition goals and vocational supports
• Foster self-advocacy, self-determination, and decision-making skills
• Support social connections, recreation, and community participation
• Implement positive behavioral supports and individualized interventions
• Collaborate with families, teachers, therapists, employers, and community agencies
• Help create safe, inclusive environments that promote dignity, belonging, and independence

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys teaching practical life skills, working in the community, building meaningful relationships, and helping young adults achieve their goals.

Qualifications

Candidates must meet one of the following requirements:

• Associates Degree, completion of at least 60 college credits, or Bachelors Degree; OR
• High School Diploma and successful completion of the ParaPro Assessment.

Preferred qualifications include:

• Experience working with transition-age youth, autism, developmental disabilities, or related populations
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Commitment to professionalism, confidentiality, and ethical practice
• Ability to participate in community-based programming and travel within the community

Qualified applicants should apply online at https://www.applitrack.com/learn/onlineapp/ (application can be found under the Student Support Services category).

LEARN Regional Educational Service Center is an equal opportunity employer.

Job ID #5146