Special Education IA - Inclusive Classroom Support

Pollard Middle School; Needham (MA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Pollard Middle School in Needham, MA is seeking an energetic Instructional Assistant to support students with disabilities under SPED supervision. The role focuses on meeting instructional and social-emotional goals, reinforcing IEP objectives, and maintaining a safe, inclusive classroom.

The assistant works with the team to implement lessons, manage behavior, and support students in daily routines, including prep work and data collection.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or 2 years of similar role experience.
• Passion for working with children with disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist students with special education needs to maximize inclusion and achievement of IEP objectives.
• Work with students individually and in small groups to reinforce skills and implement lessons.
• Support with behavior management, de-escalation, data collection and safety.
• Prepare instructional materials and learning environment.
• Assist with non-instructional duties including lunch, recess, arrival or dismissal.
• Support student self-care tasks as needed.

Skills

Verbal and written instructions

Developmental age knowledge

Decision making in the moment

Build supportive relationships

Team collaboration

Confidential information handling

Written and verbal communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree or 2+ years experience

Passion for working with children with disabilities

Job description

Pollard Middle School in Needham, MA is seeking an energetic Instructional Assistant to support students with disabilities under SPED supervision. The role focuses on meeting instructional and social-emotional goals, reinforcing IEP objectives, and maintaining a safe, inclusive classroom.

The assistant works with the team to implement lessons, manage behavior, and support students in daily routines, including prep work and data collection.