Empowering Special Education Support Assistant

Oak Hill Middle School; Newton (MA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Newton Public Schools Oak Hill Middle School in Newton, Massachusetts is seeking a Special Education Teaching Assistant to support students under the direction of the classroom teacher and the school team. You will help implement academic and social programming, assist with IEP accommodations, monitor student progress, and support with daily living activities as needed.

This role requires dependable attendance and collaboration with families and staff.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or 48 college credits (ParaPro may substitute).
• Preferred Bachelor's degree in education, special education or related field.
• Experience with children in school or daycare settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist classroom teacher to include the student in all aspects of the school day.
• Implement academic and social programming as developed by the team.
• Implement accommodations and modifications as outlined on the IEP and developed by the team.
• Implement behavior plans as developed by the team.
• Assist in data collection.
• Promote social interactions throughout the day.
• Support students with adapted living skills such as toileting, feeding, dressing, etc.
• Communicate regularly with the family or as directed by the school team.
• Maintain confidentiality about all personal information regarding the student, programming and family.
• Assist in all aspects of the school day including supervision at recess, lunch or other duties.
• May be expected to provide substitute educator services.
• May be expected to attend trainings related to position.
• Consistent, reliable and punctual attendance is essential.
• Responsible for implementing other job related duties as needed

Skills

Childcare experience

Communication skills

Technology skills

Interpersonal communication

Education

Associate degree or 48 college credits

Bachelor's degree in education or related field

Job description

Newton Public Schools Oak Hill Middle School in Newton, Massachusetts is seeking a Special Education Teaching Assistant to support students under the direction of the classroom teacher and the school team. You will help implement academic and social programming, assist with IEP accommodations, monitor student progress, and support with daily living activities as needed.

This role requires dependable attendance and collaboration with families and staff.