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Teaching Assistant​/Classroom Aide

Job in Fairfield, Fairfield County, Connecticut, 06828, USA
Listing for: Bridgeport Diocese
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-10-17
Job specializations:
  • Education / Teaching
    Preschool / Daycare, Special Needs / Learning Disabilities, Early Childhood Education
  • Child Care/Nanny
    Preschool / Daycare
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 27000 - 37000 USD Yearly USD 27000.00 37000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Saint Catherine Academy, a private, state-approved special education school of the Diocese of Bridgeport serves students with intellectual and developmental disabilities including autism.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Under the direction of the classroom teacher, the Teaching Assistant/Classroom Aide provides instructional support or other direct services to students under the supervision and direction of the classroom teacher. The Teaching Assistant/Classroom Aide must support the philosophy, values and activities of Saint Catherine Academy. To achieve this, the Teaching Assistant/Classroom Aide is expected to:

  • Model appropriate behavior for the students in the classroom and the community.
  • Provide individual or group assistance to students under the direction of the special education teacher to address the social, emotional and behavioral needs of students. Serve as a substitute teacher when the classroom teacher is absent under the direction of the Director of Education. Follow the daily plans provided by the classroom teacher during her absence.
  • Be informed regarding the IEPs of the students in the classroom.
  • Be knowledgeable of instructional content and methods used by the classroom teacher in the classroom.
  • Provide assistance with classroom activities as assigned by the classroom teacher.
  • Provide review and reinforcement in all subject areas including activities of daily living and vocational skills.
  • Accompany and supervise students at special activities including, but not limited to, PE, Art, and Music.
  • Provide supervision and instruction for students participating in job site experiences.
  • Assist with toileting and personal care as needed. This may include standing for periods of time, bending and kneeling, and lifting moderate weight.
  • Assist with supervision of lunch and recess, as well as any other time assigned by the Director of Education or classroom teacher.
  • Teaching Assistants are expected to have or work towards acquiring the Driving Endorsement

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