Elementary SPED Assistant - Student-Centered Support

Concord Public Schools and Concord-Carlisle Regional School District; Concord (MA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Concord Public Schools and Concord-Carlisle Regional School District is seeking a caring Special Education Assistant for Thoreau Elementary School in Concord, MA. The role supports students with diverse learning and developmental needs in both substantial separate and inclusive settings, providing academic, behavioral, and social-emotional assistance throughout the day.

Ideal candidates have patience, empathy, flexibility, and a belief that all students can grow with the right support.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting students with learning, cognitive, behavioral, and developmental needs.
• Ability to implement supports under guidance of special educators and related service providers.
• Elementary school experience preferred but not required.
• Strong communication with families and staff.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized and small-group support to students across academic, behavioral, and social-emotional domains.
• Assist students in accessing classroom instruction and participating in school activities.
• Support the implementation of accommodations, interventions, and behavior support plans.
• Collect observational and progress-monitoring data as directed by special education staff.
• Collaborate effectively with teachers, specialists, administrators, and families.
• Help maintain a positive, respectful, and safe learning environment for all students.

Skills

Experience with diverse disabilities

Communication and collaboration

Patience and empathy

Reliability and punctuality

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred, but not required

Job description

Concord Public Schools and Concord-Carlisle Regional School District is seeking a caring Special Education Assistant for Thoreau Elementary School in Concord, MA. The role supports students with diverse learning and developmental needs in both substantial separate and inclusive settings, providing academic, behavioral, and social-emotional assistance throughout the day.

Ideal candidates have patience, empathy, flexibility, and a belief that all students can grow with the right support.