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Special Education Instructional Assistant
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Bloomfield, Hartford County, Connecticut, 06002, USA
Listed on 2026-07-06
Listing for:
Bloomfield Public School District
Contract
position Listed on 2026-07-06
Job specializations:
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Education / Teaching
Special Needs / Learning Disabilities, Early Childhood Education, Child Development/Support, Preschool / Daycare -
Child Care/Nanny
Child Development/Support, Preschool / Daycare
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Special Education Instructional Assistant - 10 Month
- Position Type:
Support Staff/ Instructional Assistant - Date Posted: 6/30/2026
- Location:
Wintonbury Early Childhood Magnet School - Date Available:
08/24/2026
Bloomfield Public Schools is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Instructional Assistant for Special Education (SPED IA) at Wintonbury Early Childhood Magnet School.
Department/Assigned School: Wintonbury Early Childhood Magnet School
Reports to: Director/Asst. Director Student Support Services/Building Principal
Bargaining unit: BFEP
Work year: 2026/2027 School year (Summer hours may be available)
- Reinforce academic instruction, previously taught by the teacher, to students.
- Monitor student behavior and respond appropriately.
- Implement modifications and accommodations made to student's curriculum and learning environment.
- Assist classroom/supervising teacher in maintaining daily classroom routines and discipline.
- Participate in mandated professional development activities provided by SSS Department and/or Board of Education including but not limited to Mandated Reporter Training, Physical Management Training (PMT), and Collaborative Proactive Solutions (CPS).
- Perform non-instructional duties (e.g., lunch, recess, changing etc.) as directed.
- Provide physical support for physically and emotionally disabled students.
- Assist students in performing personal hygiene tasks.
- Take direction from Supervising Teacher and/or SET, BCBA and administrators.
- Perform other appropriate duties as may be assigned.
Experience:
- Associate's degree, 60 college credits or have passed the Para Pro Exam.
Skills and Abilities:
- Exhibit understanding, patience, and a positive attitude with children.
- Ability to carry out written and oral instructions.
- Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and supervisors.
- Communicate clearly and courteously, both orally and in writing.
- Regularly required to move from location to another location.
- Ability to run, walk, sit, stand, and remain alert on a daily basis.
- Ability to lift up to 40 pounds and push/pull up to 100 pounds.
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