Long-Term Sub: Intensive SPED Teaching Assistant

Sunita L. Williams Elementary School; Needham (MA); On-site; USD 56,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Sunita L. Williams Elementary School in Needham, Massachusetts, seeks a Long Term Sub Instructional Assistant for the Intensive Special Education program. The role supports students with complex learning profiles under BCBA supervision, applying ABA techniques within a collaborative school team.

The position runs as a long-term substitute with a focus on life skills, behavior support, and data collection to monitor progress; compensation is hourly with a regular school schedule in Needham.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in related field or at least 2 years experience in a similar role (ABA, job coaching)
• Demonstrate aptitude for work with children with complex disabilities
• Passion for working with children who have complex disabilities

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 or small group specialized instruction using applied behavior analysis in inclusion settings
• Implement behavior intervention plans including positive reinforcement, visual supports, cuing, de-escalation
• Minimize and manage behavioral challenges following district protocols
• Support students’ integration with academic, social, and behavioral interventions
• Prepare instructional materials and assist with home/school communications

Skills

Verbal and written instructions

Work with students with complex needs

Team collaboration

Confidentiality

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree or 2 years experience in ABA/related role

Job description

Sunita L. Williams Elementary School in Needham, Massachusetts, seeks a Long Term Sub Instructional Assistant for the Intensive Special Education program. The role supports students with complex learning profiles under BCBA supervision, applying ABA techniques within a collaborative school team.

The position runs as a long-term substitute with a focus on life skills, behavior support, and data collection to monitor progress; compensation is hourly with a regular school schedule in Needham.