Inclusion Classroom Aide — Special Education Support

Framingham Public Schools; Framingham (MA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Autism classroom stipend

Job summary

Framingham Public Schools in Framingham, MA, seeks a Special Education Aide for the Inclusion Program at Walsh Middle School to support students with disabilities in an inclusion setting. The role involves assisting the teacher with daily classroom activities, promoting dignity, and ensuring health and safety while maintaining high expectations for achievement.

A $1,500 stipend is available for paraprofessionals in Autism classrooms or multi-disabilities settings, with a focus on collaboration

Qualifications

• Assists students with disabilities under teacher direction in an inclusion setting.
• Experience with diverse student needs preferred, including autism and developmental delays.
• Willingness to participate in ongoing professional learning and comply with district policies.

Responsibilities

• Assist instruction and supervision of students in inclusion, small group, or one-on-one settings.
• Support behavior plans and implement de-escalation strategies.
• Follow IEP provisions and assist with assessments and data collection.
• Escort and supervise students between classes and activities.
• Assist with personal care tasks and daily living activities as needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Reading & analysis

Problem solving

Tech proficiency

Team collaboration

Time management

Confidentiality

Professionalism

Diversity awareness

Data-driven decisions

Education

Associate degree

Parapro Test / 48 credits

Tools

Google Workspace for Education

Job description

Framingham Public Schools in Framingham, MA, seeks a Special Education Aide for the Inclusion Program at Walsh Middle School to support students with disabilities in an inclusion setting. The role involves assisting the teacher with daily classroom activities, promoting dignity, and ensuring health and safety while maintaining high expectations for achievement.

A $1,500 stipend is available for paraprofessionals in Autism classrooms or multi-disabilities settings, with a focus on collaboration