Special Education Assistant Teacher - Middle/High

The Baker Center for Children and Families; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental & Vision

Retirement plan

Job summary

The Baker Center for Children and Families (Judge Baker Children's Center) is seeking an Assistant Teacher, Special Education, to support individualized and small group instruction under the supervision of a special education teacher in a Boston classroom.

You will play a key role in developing behavior plans, supporting daily classroom operations, and fostering students' social-emotional growth while gaining mentoring and professional development in a respected educational and mental health

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in education or a related field is required.
• Experience working with children/students with special needs, preferably in a classroom setting.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Google Suites.
• First Aid/CPR and Physical Restraint trainings is required or ability to participate in annual training at beginning of employment and annually or as needed throughout tenure.

Responsibilities

• Plans and implements individualized and small group lessons in specific curriculum areas (1-2 content areas) under the supervision of the special education teacher in the classroom.
• In conjunction with the classroom team (lead teacher and behavior support personnel), develop and implement classroom behavior management plan appropriate to the age and social/emotional levels of students.
• Actively participates in the daily operation of the classroom, including academic instruction and classroom management.
• Learns and employs effective behavior management techniques that are consistent with the school-wide model and structure.
• Fosters positive self-esteem and social growth of students through appropriate curriculum and behavioral structure.
• Writes Quarterly Progress Reports based on Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) for students.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Google Suites

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

The Baker Center for Children and Families (Judge Baker Children's Center) is seeking an Assistant Teacher, Special Education, to support individualized and small group instruction under the supervision of a special education teacher in a Boston classroom.

You will play a key role in developing behavior plans, supporting daily classroom operations, and fostering students' social-emotional growth while gaining mentoring and professional development in a respected educational and mental health