1:1 Educational Assistant - Special Education Support

Wilmington Public Schools; Wilmington (MA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Wilmington Public Schools is seeking an Educational Assistant at Wilmington Middle School in Wilmington, Massachusetts to support a student 1:1. The ideal candidate will work with the classroom teacher, implement IEP accommodations, monitor progress, and assist with daily routines, including mobility and self-care as needed.

This is a full-time, hourly role with a starting date immediately. Candidates should have coursework in education or related field, experience with behavior supports, and be

Qualifications

• Coursework in education, social work, or child development.
• Experience supporting students behaviorally, academically and emotionally.
• Experience with ABA methodologies or behavior plans.
• Safety Care Training preferred; training will be provided if not completed.
• At least 3 years of relevant experience preferred.
• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Responsibilities

• Support student within and outside of the general education classroom according to their IEP (IEP/504).
• Work with the classroom teacher and assist in the classroom as the teacher deems appropriate including giving frequent breaks and modifications.
• Work with moderate and/or severe special needs populations such as learning disabilities, emotional disturbance, autism, or intellectual disabilities.
• Implement current IEP and data collection under supervision of Special Education teacher or liaison.
• Assist school staff by implementing student accommodations according to individual IEPs, 504 Plans, Behavior Intervention Plans, and/or the District Curriculum Accommodation Plan.
• Work with student to implement accommodations and modifications.
• Assist student within all settings of the day which may include classroom, specialists, lunch and recess.
• May assist student with mobility, transitions, self-care (toileting, feeding, dressing) and implementing IEP related care plans under teacher supervision.
• Ability to participate in professional development and training opportunities to support student needs.
• Implement PBIS (Positive Behavior Intervention and Supports) strategies.
• Maintain professional working relationships with all staff.
• Attend staff meetings as designated by Educational Assistant Contract.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding all aspects of their work with all students and staff.
• Other related duties as assigned by Principal or designee.

Skills

Behavioral support

Academic support

Emotional support

Safety Care Training

Education

Education coursework

Bachelor degree preferred

Job description

Wilmington Public Schools is seeking an Educational Assistant at Wilmington Middle School in Wilmington, Massachusetts to support a student 1:1. The ideal candidate will work with the classroom teacher, implement IEP accommodations, monitor progress, and assist with daily routines, including mobility and self-care as needed.

This is a full-time, hourly role with a starting date immediately. Candidates should have coursework in education or related field, experience with behavior supports, and be