Special Education Associate for Summer Scholars Club

Young World Physical Education; Somerville (MA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

An educational institution in Somerville is seeking a Special Education Associate for its Summer Scholars Club. This role involves assisting teachers to ensure all students receive required services aligned with their Individualized Education Programs. Responsibilities include providing high-quality instruction, monitoring student progress, and supporting various learning needs. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's Degree and a commitment to serving students from diverse backgrounds. Position starts on June 29, 2026, and offers a chance to work collaboratively with a dedicated team.

Qualifications

• Ability to multi-task and perform instructional and administrative duties.
• Commitment to working with students from diverse backgrounds.
• Willingness to collaborate with a dedicated staff.

Responsibilities

• Assist with and provide instruction to students with learning disabilities.
• Collect data related to student's IEPs to monitor progress.
• Implement accommodations per student IEPs.

Skills

Understanding of state and federal regulations pertaining to Special Education

Strong written and oral communication skills

Experience supporting students with various needs

Flexibility

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

Special Education Associate for Summer Scholars Club

Prospect Hill Academy Charter School PK-12 - Somerville, Massachusetts

Job Details

Job ID: 5600382

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Mar 23, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Jun 29, 2026

Job Description

The Summer Scholars Club Special Education Associate assists teachers in ensuring that all students receive their Extended School Year services in alignment with their Individualized Education Programs and in accordance with IDEA.

Essential Functions:

• Under supervision of a special education teacher, assist with and/or provide high quality instruction to student(s) with a variety of mild to moderate learning disabilities.
• Collect data related to student's IEP's to monitor student progress and inform instruction as directed by special education teacher.
• Implement student accommodations and/or modifications per student IEP's with support of special education teacher.
• Collaborate with special education teachers, general education colleagues, and members of the multi-disciplinary team (OT, SPL, PT, school counselor, etc).
• Provide academic, behavioral, and social emotional support for student(s) as directed by special education teacher.
• Utilize instructional and assistive technology for students, as needed.
• Provide explicit instruction in meta-cognitive and executive functioning skills (time management, organization, self advocacy, etc.) as directed by special education teacher.
• Provide social coaching to support student access to social periods including recess, lunch, morning meeting, etc.
• Participate in professional development that is specific to the mission of PHA and responsive to the needs of our student population.
• Use principles of restorative practices to both proactively and reactively support student behavior.
• Adhere strictly to timelines for the completion and submission of all required paperwork and data collection.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Fulfill non-instructional duties as assigned by the summer program director (morning supervision, bus duty, recess duty, etc.).
• Maintain a high degree of professionalism at all times (attendance, punctuality, dress, written and oral communication, etc.).
• Perform other duties assigned by the Director of Special Education and/or Summer Program Director.

Knowledge, Skills, and Experiences:

• Bachelor’s Degree required.
• Understanding of state and federal regulations pertaining to Special Education.
• Commitment to Prospect Hill Academy’s educational mission and values.
• Commitment to and experience working with students from diverse backgrounds with diverse profiles.
• Willingness to work collaboratively with a dedicated staff and involved parent body.
• Experience supporting students with various needs and learning styles.
• Flexibility, collaboration and a growth mindset.
• Ability to multi-task and perform a range of instructional and administrative duties.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Attention to detail.

Position Type: Summer

Job Categories:

Special Education > General Special Education

Special Education > Special Education Assistant

Welcome to Prospect Hill Academy Charter School PK-12

Prospect Hill Academy Charter School's district office is located in Union Square, Somerville and houses PreK-12 district staff.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Prospect Hill Academy Charter School is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, immigration status, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws.

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Application Questions

The employer requires all applicants to answer the following questions. It is recommended that you type any essays in a word processing program, save them, and then paste them on the proceeding job application page.

• 1. What do you believe makes a summer program truly successful for students? What strategies do you use to keep students engaged during summer learning?
  Long Essay (Answer limited to 4000 characters, including spaces)
• 2. How do you quickly assess where students are academically when working with them for a short period?
  Short Essay (Answer limited to 600 characters, including spaces)

Contact Information

• Jill Kennedy , Human Resources Manager
• 366 Somerville Avenue
• Somerville, Massachusetts 02143
• Phone: -
• Email: [e-mail]

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