Assistant Teacher Direct Support

Amego, Inc.; Unionville (MA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Amego School is seeking an energetic Assistant Teacher to support students with autism and implement behavioral and educational programming under the direction of a head teacher and BCBA. This role emphasizes safety, student rights, and collaboration within a multidisciplinary team.

Training will be provided, with opportunities for growth and tuition reimbursement for advanced studies in special education or applied behavior analysis.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma is required.
• Driver's License is required.
• Ability to implement behavioral support strategies and collaborate within a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Provide educational opportunities with the firm belief that everyone is capable of learning.
• Teach students as directed by the head teacher.
• Follow student behavior plans as directed by the BCBA.
• Report to residential group home work sites multiple days per week to assist students in preparing for school.
• Assist students with toileting and showering as needed.
• Perform physical management strategies to keep students and others safe from challenging behaviors.
• Observe and safeguard student rights as mandated reporters.
• Participate in the general upkeep of the school and residential group homes.
• Write incident reports as necessary and to company standards.

Skills

Behavioral support strategies

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Education

HS Diploma

Driver's License

Job description

The Assistant Teacher position provides a rewarding work environment for those who want to make a positive impact and fulfill Amego’s mission to foster functional, vocational life skills so they can achieve greater independence.This is a great opportunity to gain experience as you work towards becoming a certified head teacher. Amego can assist with that process and provide all necessary training.Join our team and change lives!Amego School is searching for energetic and passionate Assistant Teachers!The assistant teacher’s primary duties are to ensure the safety and well-being of students with autism, as well as implement educational and behavior programming as directed by the head teacher and BCBA (Board Certified Behavior Analyst). Assistant teachers work directly with and teach students in a 1 on 1 and/or a 1 on 2 teacher to student ratio. The needs of our students demand a team-driven approach and a positive outlook. The assistant teacher position provides a rewarding work environment for those who want to make a positive impact and fulfill Amego’s mission to foster functional, vocational life skills so they can achieve greater independence. There are also great opportunities for growth and mentorship, including tuition reimbursement for those seeking a career in special education or applied behavior analysis. Assistant teacher duties include:Provide educational opportunities with the firm belief that everyone is capable of learning.Teach students as directed by the head teacher.Follow student behavior plans as directed by the BCBA.Reporting to residential group home work sites multiple days per week to assist students in preparing for school.Assisting students with toileting and showering as needed.Performing physical management strategies to keep students and others safe from challenging behaviors.Observe and safeguard student rights as mandated reporters.Participate in the general upkeep of the school and residential group homes.Write incident reports as necessary and to company standards$25 - $26.50 hour. Depending on years of experience.We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.#eg1HS DiplomaDriver's LicenseAbility to implement behavioral support strategies and collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary team.