Special Education Aide - Reflections Program (Temp)

Newton Public Schools; Newton (MA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

Newton Public Schools is seeking a Special Education Aide for the Reflections Program at Williams Elementary in Newton, MA. This temporary, timesheet role supports students with diverse needs under the School Principal and a student services team.

The position requires a degree in education or related field (or equivalent credits) and strong communication skills to work with families and staff. Flexible start, substitute duties, and ongoing trainings may be involved.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in education, special education, psychology or related field preferred.
• Associate’s degree or minimum of 48 college credit hours; ParaPro may substitute.
• Experience or background in childcare or working with children in school or related settings.
• Classes in education, special education, psychology or related fields.
• Written language and interpersonal communication skills to support team and family.

Responsibilities

• Assist the classroom teacher to include the student in all aspects of the school day.
• Implement academic and social programming and strategies as developed by the team.
• Implement accommodations and modifications as outlined on the IEP.
• Implement behavior plans as developed by the team.
• Assist in data collection and promote social interactions.
• Support students with adapted living skills and communicate with families as directed.

Skills

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Technology skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in education/special education/psychology or related field

Associate’s degree or 48 college credits; ParaPro may substitute

Job description

Special Education Aide - Reflections Program (Temp)

Newton Public Schools Williams Elementary School - Newton, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5963625

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Yesterday

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Department: Student Services/Schools

FLSA Status (Exempt/Non-exempt): Non-Exempt, Unit C

Reports To: School Principal

SUMMARY

The Special Education Aide provides a variety of generalized support services to students and schools.

Reflections is a specialized program designed to address the cognitive, social, communication/language, and physical needs of students. Educational disability categories may include, but are not limited to, intellectual, autism, communication, physical, sensory, and/or health. The learning profiles of the students necessitate extensive content modifications and instructional methodology that integrates functional skills and substantial related services to access general education content.

This is a temp, timesheet role to cover an employee's leave of absence.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in education, special education, psychology or other related field preferred
• Associate’s degree or minimum of 48 college credit hours (classes in education, special education, psychology or a related field preferred). Successful completion of ParaPro Assessment may be substituted for educational requirements
• Childcare or working with children in a daycare setting or children/young adults in a school setting or recreation setting
• Classes in education, special education, psychology or related fields
• Written language, technology skill and interpersonal communication skill to support communication among team members, with community contacts, school staff and parents

JOB FUNCTIONS

• Assist the classroom teacher to include the student in all aspects of the school day
• Implement academic and social programming and strategies 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. as needed
• Communicate on a regular basis 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 whether or not such aspects directly pertain to the individual student, this includes 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 for supervision and instruction of the students
• Responsible for implementing “other job related duties” as needed

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to operate computer, printer, telephone, copier, facsimile machine, and all other standard office equipment
• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time
• Sufficient mobility to navigate within a large or small school building
• Regularly required to lift and/or move objects weighing up to 25 pounds

In compliance with state and federal laws, Newton Public Schools is committed to equity, anti-racism and a nondiscrimination policy for students, employees and prospective applicants. All educational and employment determinations are based on an individual’s qualifications and achievements without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, pregnancy, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, ancestry, homelessness, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by state and/or federal statute.

Position Type: Substitute

Salary: $4,068,210 Substitute

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Anthony Byers
• Email: [e-mail]

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