Student Support Specialist - Part Time

Part-Time Student Support Specialist

 
Summary
We are seeking a compassionate, patient, and skilled Part-Time Student Support Specialist to work one-on-one with a student with diverse learning and social-emotional needs. This role focuses on building skills while intentionally supporting the student’s independence, stamina, and confidence across academic and social settings. During the school day, the specialist will support classroom engagement, functional behaviors, and learning endurance. In the afternoons, the focus shifts to fostering positive peer relationships, social skills, and healthy communication. This position works closely with teachers, therapists, and school staff to ensure consistency and growth across environments.

 Schedule:
Part-Time-25 hours per week

Monday/Tuesday/Thursday from 8:30 am -1:30 pm 

Wednesday/Fridays from 12:30 pm -5:30 pm
Hours vary based on student needs, school, and programming.

 Key Responsibilities

Provide individualized support during the school day to build academic stamina, focus, and appropriate classroom behaviors

Support the development of independence while offering scaffolding as needed

Assist with transitions, emotional regulation, and task initiation

Support the student in building and maintaining positive peer relationships

Model and reinforce healthy social skills and communication

Collaborate closely with teachers, therapists, and staff to align strategies and goals

Track progress and communicate observations with the team

Maintain a supportive, respectful, and strengths-based approach

Complete and maintain all required trainings

Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

Experience working with students with diverse learning, behavioral, or social-emotional needs (education, behavioral health, or related field preferred)

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Ability to balance support with encouraging independence

Calm, patient, and flexible in dynamic environments

Ability to follow individualized support plans and adapt strategies as needed

Why Join Our Team
This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in a student’s daily growth while working within a collaborative, supportive team. You’ll help student build skills that matter—academically, socially, and for life beyond the classroom.