What are the responsibilities and job description for the Student Management Assistant - JOB ID# 13670 position at Capitol Region Education Council?
Position Type:
Support Staff/Student Management
Date Posted:
10/31/2025
Location:
Academy of Aerospace & Engineering 6-12
Date Available:
ASAP
Closing Date:
11/28/2025
JOB DESCRIPTION
Since 1966, the Capitol Region Education Council (CREC) has been dedicated to providing innovative, high-quality, and cost-effective educational programs and services to meet the diverse needs of children and adults in Greater Hartford. Serving 33 member districts and reaching additional communities statewide, CREC supports approximately 12,000 students annually through more than 120 educational programs. Our offerings include professional development for educators, specialized programming for students with diverse needs, and PreK-12 education across 16 interdistrict magnet schools. Additionally, CREC provides school construction, operations, and cooperative business services, while also delivering programs that help adults build real, job-ready skills.
POSITION SUMMARY
The CREC Academy of Aerospace and Engineering 6-12 seeks a Student Management Assistant. Student Management Assistants work with students in need of conflict resolution skills or who have been temporarily removed from class. This individual monitors students to ensure work completion, performs various record-keeping activities, and works with students, counselors, administrators, and teachers to track and evaluate student progress. Additionally, the person will assist with instructional assistance and encouragement to students to complete their daily assignments, and assist in the evaluation of student needs. Student Management Assistants may assist with hallway and cafeteria management as well as bus/transportation procedures.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:
Duties/Responsibilities
Assist with supervision of students, specifically at arrival, dismissal, during hallway transitions, and during lunch waves.
Facilitate implementation of restorative practices by assisting students in conflict resolution, reflection, mediation, and when necessary, restoration.
Collaborate with staff to provide proactive support for at-risk students by:
Monitoring behavior
Engaging in check-in/check-out procedures
Implementing other components of support plans (i.e. - breaks, rewards, etc.)
Assisting students with the development of prosocial skills (i.e. - empathy, perspective-taking, cooperation, self-regulation).
Comply with all company policies and procedures.
Other duties as assigned.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:
This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
COMPETENCIES:
Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.
Diversity - Demonstrates knowledge of EEO policy; Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; Educates others on the value of diversity; Promotes a harassment-free environment; Builds a diverse workforce.
Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.
Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Associate's Degree (AA) or higher preferred. High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS
Motor Vehicle Operator's License or ability to provide transportation to meetings, trainings, and professional learning opportunities as required.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Working in a school demands prolonged standing/movement, frequent bending and crouching, lifting and carrying materials, fine motor skills for manipulating small objects, clear speaking voice, good vision and hearing, the ability to focus on multiple tasks simultaneously, and sometimes the need to move quickly to respond to student needs. Successful educators require the ability to work in a high-energy environment with varying noise levels (from quiet to loud) based on student activity. Educators are expected to work both indoors and outdoors (as needed) and may be expected to participate in off-site field experiences.
WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?
Group Health Insurance Plans
Basic & Supplemental Life Insurance
Long Term Disability & Short Term Disability options
403(b) Retirement Savings Plan with Employer Matching Contribution if applicable
Flexible Spending Account Pre-Tax Savings for Health Care, Dependent Care, and Limited Purpose Post Deductible (if contributing to an HSA)
Comprehensive benefit time package
Employee Assistance Program
Bereavement time & Religious Holidays
Credit Union Access
Tuition Reimbursement Program
Employee Network Groups
Access to professional learning opportunities with two fully paid courses through CREC University each year, empowering you to expand your skills and advance your career!
Benefit from our exclusive partnership with Springfield College, offering a 15% discount on tuition for next-level degree programs to support your academic and career aspirations!
Based on terms and conditions during your employment, specific to your job classification and collective bargaining agreement.
DIVERSITY, EQUITY, & INCLUSION STATEMENT:
CREC strives to understand and confront the symptoms and causes of racism and prejudice—ranging from biases to aggressions to discriminatory policies, practices, and traditions—that harm people from systemically marginalized groups or that benefit privileged groups. CREC staff and students acknowledge and respect people of all identifiers, such as race, socioeconomic status, gender identity and expression, education, age, ability, ethnicity, culture, sexual orientation, language, nationality, religion, and veteran status.
DISCLAIMER STATEMENT:
The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.