Elementary Learning Support Specialist

Dedham-Public-Schools; Oakdale (MA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Dedham Public Schools in Dedham, Massachusetts, seeks an elementary educational support professional to assist students in grades 1-5, in inclusion and pull-out settings, for the 2026-2027 school year.

The role is full-time, minimum 30 hours per week, with benefits including health insurance and paid time off; candidates with a High School Diploma or GED are eligible, and MA SPED certification is preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GER required; College degree preferred
• Massachusetts Special Education certification preferred
• Experience with ABA methodology preferred

Responsibilities

• Support instruction and care for elementary students between grades 1-5 in inclusion and pull-out settings.
• Work with and support individuals or small groups of students with a range of abilities, including students with Autism Spectrum Disorder and Down Syndrome.
• Ability to work with a multi-disciplinary team to support students across the curriculum.
• Ability to shift instruction and provide content specific and behavioral support and interventions.
• Ability to accept and implement directions
• Ability to be flexible with job assignments as needed
• Support teachers through classroom assistance to facilitate student connection to curriculum and peer interactions
• Work collaboratively with other educational staff within the school and district

Skills

ABA methodology

Team collaboration

Flexibility

Education

High School Diploma or GED

College degree preferred

Job description

Dedham Public Schools in Dedham, Massachusetts, seeks an elementary educational support professional to assist students in grades 1-5, in inclusion and pull-out settings, for the 2026-2027 school year.

The role is full-time, minimum 30 hours per week, with benefits including health insurance and paid time off; candidates with a High School Diploma or GED are eligible, and MA SPED certification is preferred.