Special Education Classroom Support Specialist

Young World Physical Education; Watertown (MA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education in Watertown, Massachusetts is seeking an Instructional Assistant for Special Education. The role involves supporting students with disabilities, implementing behavior plans, and working collaboratively with teachers. Candidates should preferably hold a Bachelor’s Degree and have experience supporting special needs students.

This full-time position requires flexibility and strong communication skills, as well as the ability to assist in various classroom settings.

Qualifications

• Flexibility with respect to age groups, assignments.
• Ability to follow through with directions.
• Experience working with students at the elementary level who have significant learning and social/emotional needs.
• Must have experience with or ability to learn ABA methodology and techniques.
• Ability to take initiative to assist students with de-escalation techniques.

Responsibilities

• Provide supports to students during instructional periods.
• Maintain student data as directed by teachers.
• Follow and implement behavior support plans.
• Assist the classroom teacher based on student needs.
• Provide verbal support and redirection to students.

Skills

Flexibility with age groups and assignments

Ability to follow directions

Experience working with students with significant needs

Experience implementing Behavior Intervention Plans

Understanding of ABA methodology

Initiative in assisting students

Team collaboration skills

Ability to utilize assistive technology

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

Young World Physical Education in Watertown, Massachusetts is seeking an Instructional Assistant for Special Education. The role involves supporting students with disabilities, implementing behavior plans, and working collaboratively with teachers. Candidates should preferably hold a Bachelor’s Degree and have experience supporting special needs students.

This full-time position requires flexibility and strong communication skills, as well as the ability to assist in various classroom settings.