Elementary Student Support & Care Assistant

Barnstable West Barnstable Elementary; Barnstable (MA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

The Barnstable Public Schools are seeking a Personal Care Teacher Assistant for Barnstable West Barnstable Elementary in Barnstable, MA. Starting date is Immediate; you will assist the teacher with individual students or small groups to help meet instructional standards.

This role requires lifting ability, basic understanding of child development, and a willingness to work with students with special needs. The job includes implementing behavior plans and coordinating with teachers and nurses in

Qualifications

• One year of college or higher required; two years preferred.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds as needed.
• Basic understanding of child growth and development.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate ethical behavior and protect student confidentiality.
• Maintain current restraint program certification.
• Support individual students or small groups as directed by the teacher.
• Guide independent study and remedial work assigned by the teacher.
• Implement student behavior plans.
• Monitor student health concerns with teacher and nurse.
• Assist with toileting/personal care/hygiene as needed.
• Follow student-assistance protocol.
• Collect and organize data, portfolios, and work samples.
• Help students organize desk, homework, and materials.
• Consult with teachers and service providers daily when applicable.
• Facilitate social interaction among students.
• Perform other duties as assigned by teacher or Principal.

Education

One year of college required; two years preferred.

Ability to lift 50 pounds

Basic understanding of child growth and development

Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Principal may find appropriate or acceptable

Job description

The Barnstable Public Schools are seeking a Personal Care Teacher Assistant for Barnstable West Barnstable Elementary in Barnstable, MA. Starting date is Immediate; you will assist the teacher with individual students or small groups to help meet instructional standards.

This role requires lifting ability, basic understanding of child development, and a willingness to work with students with special needs. The job includes implementing behavior plans and coordinating with teachers and nurses in