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Calling all future Special Education Teachers! Make a meaningful impact on students in the Oak Hill School Summer Co-op Program!

Oak Hill/Gilead
Posted 9 days ago, valid for 16 days
Location

Hartford, CT 06151, US

Salary

$42,000 - $50,400 per year

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Contract type

Full Time

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  • Oak Hill is seeking enthusiastic and reliable individuals for a summer co-op program from June 1, 2026, to August 1, 2026, to support special education teachers in delivering academic and vocational instruction.
  • Candidates must be 18 years or older, possess a high school diploma or equivalent, and ideally be enrolled in an education program, with prior experience working with children preferred.
  • This role involves assisting with lesson planning, behavior management, and creating a supportive learning environment for students with disabilities.
  • Participants will gain hands-on experience, collaborate with educators, and have the opportunity to extend their work beyond the summer program.
  • The position offers a salary of $15 per hour and emphasizes the importance of equality and inclusion in the workplace.

Oak Hill has been partnering with people with disabilities, since 1893.  We set the standard, providing services and solutions promoting independence, education, health, and dignity.

 

This role will help expand Oak Hill’s ability to identify and address diverse needs within the community. Along with the individuals we serve, Oak Hill is committed to empowering our staff.  We also support you and want to help your each your career goals. 

 

Oak Hill is looking for enthusiastic and reliable individuals to join our summer co-op program , from June 1, 2026 until August 1, 2026.

This role supports special education teachers in delivering academic and vocational instruction to students individually or in small groups, aligned with Individualized Education Plans (IEPs). You will gain experience assisting with lesson planning, instructional materials, differentiated supports, assessments, and documentation, while implementing behavior management strategies and specialized curricula under teacher supervision.
 
Responsibilities also include creating a positive, supportive learning environment, modeling appropriate social behaviors, assisting with students’ personal care and medical needs, and safely supporting transportation.
 
The role emphasizes collaboration with educators, families, and interdisciplinary teams, ongoing professional development, and contributing to a school culture focused on student engagement, independence, accountability, and lifelong learning for students with disabilities.
 

Why You'll Love it Here

· Gain hands-on professional experience

· Work closely with experienced teachers and specialists

· Participate in cohort group meetings and trainings

· Enjoy participating in an end of program graduation, complete with lunch with the Oak Hill CEO and capstone project competition with a cash award!

· Opportunity to extend work beyond the summer


Qualifications

· 18+ years old

· High school diploma or equivalent

· Interest in education and teaching

· Responsible, punctual team player with a desire to learn

· Enrolled in education program (preferred)

· Prior experience working with children (preferred)

· Ability to commit to program dates of June 1, 2026-August 1, 2026

 

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

Our company is dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment. If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, please reach out to total.rewards@oakhillct.org. 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.



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