9 early childhood jobs found

Job Description EASTCONN is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Certified School Social Worker to join our CDT (Clinical, Developmental & Therapeutic) Program. This position plays a critical role in supporting students with complex social, emotional, behavioral, and developmental needs within a structured educational setting. Position Overview The School Social Worker will provide direct and indirect services to students enrolled in EASTCONN's CDT program, working as part of a multidisciplinary team that includes educators, clinicians, behavior support staff, and related service providers. The goal of this role is to promote student success by addressing barriers to learning, strengthening family engagement, and supporting students' social-emotional development. Key Responsibilities Provide individual and group counseling to students in accordance with IEP goals Conduct psychosocial assessments and contribute to special education evaluations Participate...

Job Description EASTCONN Transition Academy (ETA) in Willimantic, CT serves students ages 18 through 22 with a variety of learning, behavioral, and social-emotional needs. ETA is committed to the practices found across all of our specialized programs, including explicit instruction; data-based decision-making; team collaboration; and universal, proactive approaches. Required Qualifications include: Experience working in an educational setting. B.A. degree in education, psychology, social work or related field. Computer competency. Special requirements: Within six (6) months of appointment, must successfully complete Safety Care training and recertification annually. Within one (1) year of appointment, must complete and maintain certification for First Aid and CPR training. To learn more about this position and why EASTCONN is a great place to work, click here. At EASTCONN, we believe that diversity is key to our success. We encourage candidates from all...

Job Description EASTCONN is seeking a highly qualified, collaborative, and student-focused Head Nurse to provide leadership and oversight for school nursing services across EASTCONN's educational programs. The Head Nurse will supervise school nursing staff, ensure compliance with state and federal health regulations, coordinate health services, and promote the health, safety, and well-being of students and staff. This is a 12 month full time position and reports to the Director of Education Services. This leadership position requires strong clinical expertise, effective communication skills, and the ability to support a multidisciplinary educational environment serving students with diverse needs. Essential Responsibilities Provide leadership, supervision, and support to school nurses serving EASTCONN programs. Ensure compliance with Connecticut State Department of Education, Connecticut Department of Public Health, and federal regulations regarding student health...

Job Description EASTCONN is seeking a dynamic and experienced leader to serve as our Director of Food & Hospitality Services. This position provides strategic leadership, operational oversight, and regulatory compliance management for all food service and hospitality operations across EASTCONN programs and partner districts. The Director ensures that all meal programs are high-quality, financially sound, compliant with federal and state regulations, and aligned with student wellness and equity goals. This role also plays a key part in strengthening partnerships with school districts and improving service delivery across multiple sites. Key Responsibilities: Provide overall leadership and direction for all food service operations, including school meal programs and catering services Ensure compliance with USDA Child Nutrition Programs, state regulations, and local health requirements Oversee budgeting, forecasting, procurement, and financial performance of food...

Job Description GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES : To be responsible for overseeing and coordinating all aspects of the school food service program, including conference center management, special events and catering; to ensure the delivery of nutritious and well-balanced meals to students, adhering to all federal and state regulations, and maintaining high standards of food safety and hygiene; to collaborate with school administrators, kitchen staff, vendors, and the community to create a positive and healthy dining experience for students and staff. SUPERVISION RECEIVED : Works under the general supervision of a superior from whom general and specific instructions are received; work is reviewed for conformance to such instructions and for results obtained. SUPERVISION EXERCISED : Trains, supervises, instructs and reviews the work of subordinates engaged in performing work in a food service program. ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED : Menu Planning and Nutrition:...

Job Description EASTCONN's Bridges Community School (BCS) in Columbia CT serves students ages 5 through 22 with a variety of learning, behavioral, and social-emotional needs. BCS is committed to the practices found across all of our specialized programs, including explicit instruction; data-based decision-making; team collaboration; and universal, proactive approaches. The qualified candidate will utilize the tenets of applied behavior analysis (ABA) to support program development and implementation/progress monitoring of behavior support plans in public and private educational settings. The ideal candidate will have experience in data collection, organization and analysis for the purpose of future programming decisions, as well acknowledge and skills in conducting functional behavioral assessments (FBAs) and developing/implementing behavior intervention plans (BIPs). The individual in this position will engage in training of school-based personnel on implementation of...

Job Description The Coordinator of Related Services (Speech and Language Services) provides visionary leadership, oversight, and coordination for district-wide speech-language pathology. This role ensures high-quality, compliant, and effective speech and language services for students with disabilities, helping them access the curriculum and achieve their Individualized Education Program (IEP) goals. Key Responsibilities Direct Services : Provide direct and indirect services to EASTCONN operated schools, attend PPTs, administer evaluations/assessments. District-Wide Scheduling: Coordinate and manage related services scheduling across all assigned schools, ensuring compliant and efficient service delivery for students with a range of needs including Autism, Multiple Disabilities, and other low-incidence populations Medicaid Billing Oversight: Oversee and manage school-based Medicaid billing processes, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely submission in...

Job Description EASTCONN is excited to announce an opening in our specialized Clinical, Developmental, and Therapeutic (CDT) program. This program is located in the Windham area and serves students in grades K-12 who require specialized education and a more restrictive environment, having been outplaced from their sending districts in Northeastern Connecticut. The EASTCONN CDT program provides learners with a highly structured, supportive, and therapeutic setting designed to foster academic, behavioral, and social-emotional success. Position Overview: We are seeking a dedicated and passionate full-time Special Education Teacher to join our team. The ideal candidate will be committed to providing a supportive, structured, and therapeutic learning environment for students with social, emotional, and behavioral needs. What We Offer: Competitive salary Comprehensive benefits package Potential for a one-time hire bonus Ongoing professional learning...

Job Description The ACCESS Team,"Advancing Consultation & Coaching to Empower Student Success," at EASTCONN brings together experts in behavior, instruction, and student support to strengthen the capacity of schools across the region. We are committed to using data-driven practices and collaborative problem solving to improve outcomes for all learners. Joining our team as an RBT means becoming part of a supportive, mission-centered community that values professional growth, high-quality ABA practices, and the impact we make in the lives of students every day. EASTCONN is committed to building the capacity of schools, districts, and communities by providing innovative, collaborative, and learner-centered services. This position plays a vital role in this mission by supporting high-quality ABA services that improve student outcomes, foster independence, and create inclusive and supportive learning environments across the region. We are recruiting for a Registered Behavior...