What are the responsibilities and job description for the Instructional Assistant, Benhaven Academy position at Benhaven Inc?
Benhaven Academy located in Wallingford is seeking a Full-time Instructional Assistant- come join our dynamic team!
Benhaven Academy is a small, private school for students who struggle with traditional learning approaches. The Academy offers individualized school programs focused on academic, communication, social and vocational instruction for students with autism spectrum disorder, pervasive developmental disabilities and other related difficulties. This is a 35-hour per week, year-round position. A great candidate must be fleixble, demonstrate a positive & professional attitude and work cooperatively with various disciplines within a school setting. Instructional Assistants are vital to Benhaven's mission as they provide care, support, education, and guidance to our students.
Monday-Friday
Full-time, non-exempt
35 hours
Requirements:
- Bachelor's Degree (required)
- Excellent critical thinking, problem solving
- Excellent writing, communication and interpersonal skills required
- Must be willing to work as part of a team
*If you have limited experience, please still consider applying. We provide a vast amount of training.*
Benefits:
- Medical & Dental Insurance (after 60 days of FT employment)
- Flexible Spending Account
- Dependent Spending Account
- Long-term Disability
- Life Insurance
- Voluntary Life
- 403b & 401a Profit Sharing
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Professional Development Assistance
- Employee Incentives
- Employee Referral Bonus
- Paid Time Off: Accrued vacation, sick and personal time
- 8 Paid Holidays