Assistant Teacher

Oak Hill is seeking a highly motivated and dynamic Assistant (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). provide hands‑on classroom support to individuals with Developmental and other Disabilities. The role will inspire others and make a life‑changing impact while providing professional growth and personal fulfillment. Oak Hill partners with people with disabilities to promote independence, education, health, and dignity, and this position will help expand our ability to address diverse community needs.

The company is committed to empowering its staff, offering professional development, tuition reimbursement, and career pathways.

The Assistant Teacher works at Oak Hill’s Bristol, CT classroom for 35 hours per week, Monday‑Friday, 8 a.m. – 3 p.m. The AT supports Special Education Teachers in the classroom, helps prepare lessons, teaches students, and provides direct support. The AT assists with behavior management during lessons, tracks students’ behavior, and sets up classroom materials before class as assigned.

Applicants with no experience who are interested in entering the education or direct‑care field, or who seek a career change, are encouraged to apply.

• High school diploma or GED
• At least age 18
• Valid driver’s license
• Public Service license with a V endorsement (required during the initial employment period and facilitated through Oak Hill)
• Acceptable driving record

• Generous paid vacation, sick, and personal time, plus paid holidays
• Affordable medical, dental, and vision benefits (Oak Hill funds up to 50% of the 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)

Under the direct supervision of the Special Education Teacher:

• Assists students in achieving social and academic development
• Reinforces lessons by reviewing material one‑on‑one and in small groups
• Fosters student engagement and creates a supportive learning environment
• Models appropriate behaviors to help students develop social skills
• Encourages student independence and implements prescribed behavioral management plans
• Assists students in learning self‑care techniques, including toileting, personal hygiene, eating, dressing, and other personal care tasks
• Assists with ongoing observation and documentation
• Helps maintain records for student progress and program development
• Prepares materials and equipment to support teachers’ class preparation
• Supervises students during lunch, breaks, between classes, and on field trips
• Transports students on field trips
• Provides additional help to students who need assistance learning specific concepts

We support equality for and advancement of all people, based on qualifications and actions alone, without regard to color, gender, age, religion, national origin or disability.

The company fosters an inclusive environment. If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, please reach out to total.rewards. 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.