Education Assistant (PCA, PCT, CNA, HHA) - School Program

Job Description - Education Assistant (PCA, PCT, CNA, HHA) - School Program (26156738)

Job Description

Primary Location

: Connecticut-Trumbull-95 Merritt Blvd Trumbull (10439)

Job

: Other

Organization

: St. Vincent''s Special Needs Center

Job Posting

: Apr 27, 2026

Education Assistant (PCA, PCT, CNA, HHA) - School Program - (26156738)

Description

Work where every moment matters.

Every day, over 40,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut's most comprehensive healthcare network as an Education Assistant.

For over 60 years, St. Vincent's Special Needs Services (SVSNS) has been a trusted provider of specialized services for children and adults with multiple developmental disabilities and complex medical needs, such as cerebral palsy, acute brain injury, neuromuscular disorders and autism spectrum disorders. Each year, more than 400 children, adults and their families receive services from the organization.

Job Summary: Assists with managing daily activities of the assigned class.

Responsibilities:

• Assists with implementing a developmentally appropriate curriculum. Assists with evaluating children.
• Interacts with children and parents appropriately. Provides carryover of therapeutic programs as needed.
• Maintains a safe and secure environment for the students. Follows all related policies and procedures.
• Cleans and records activities.
• Encourages student independence in communication, decision making and other activities.
• Implements activities that are consistent with student and interests.
• Displays enthusiasm and appropriate energy level to maintain students motivation, cooperation, and participation.
• Participates in arrival and dismissal practices.

Qualifications

Education: HS Diploma or equivalent.

Work Experience: 2 years experience with persons with disabilities preferred.

We take great care of careers.

With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth. Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge - helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving colleagues-- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance. Every moment matters. And this is your moment.

Work Locations

:

95 Merritt Blvd Trumbull (10439)

95 Merritt Blvd

Trumbull 06611

Standard Hours Per Week: 1

Per Diem (1 hour)

Shift Details: Per diem position Monday - Friday 8:00am-3:45pm