2026-27 Student Support Specialists (6 Positions)

ANNOUNCEMENT OF SIX (6) OPEN POSITIONS FOR STUDENT SUPPORT Qualifications:

1. Bachelors' Degree required
2. Ability to work effectively with students, staff, parents, and administrators
3. Ability to lead and manage a team
4. Strong verbal and written communication skills
5. Demonstrates effective problem solving, organizational skills, planning, record keeping and computer literacy skills
6. Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable Reports To: Building Administrator Job Goal: To assist and support the school administration in creating and maintaining a positive school climate. Job Description: Responsible for training and developing protocol for lunch/recess aides and student support staff Develops structured activities for students during recess Monitors Lunch Aides in the cafeteria and at recess Assists students with academic work and/or problem resolution Assists in shaping students' behavioral and decision-making skills through positive reinforcement strategies Works collaboratively with building administrator in developing schedules, routines, and coverage for the cafeteria, recess and student support center Consults with faculty, administrators and other special services personnel on student behavioral issues Maintains records related to the Student Support Center and inputs student discipline information into a computer-based program (SWIS) Additional responsibilities as determined by the building administrator Terms of Employment: Full-time 10-month Remuneration: $35,000/yr If interested in this position, please apply online at www.applitrack.com/hamden/onlineapp. Position will be opened until filled. Closing Date: The deadline for replies will be Wednesday, August 19, 2026 at 4:00 pm . Consideration will not be given to applications received after the closing date. Internal Applicants: Please email Emily Mc. Cann-Williams at hpshr@hamden.org with your name, current position and location, and the position you wish to apply for.