Special Education Instructional Support Assistant

Andover Public Schools; Andover (MA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Andover Public Schools seeks a dedicated paraprofessional to assist in delivering instructional support under the supervision of the special education teacher. The role includes implementing individualized or small group lessons, applying IEP accommodations, and supporting students with behavioral and daily living goals.

The position requires assisting with data collection, providing additional practice, and collaborating with teachers to reinforce learning and access to the general curriculum.

Qualifications

• Ability to understand student curriculum and implement multiple teacher-directed activities.
• Knowledge of use of computers and classroom/adaptive technologies.

Responsibilities

• Under direction, implement individual or small group lessons of teacher-designed materials.
• Implement accommodations and modifications per IEPs and teacher guidance.
• Provide support for behavioral, self-help, and ADL goals per student plans.
• Collect ongoing data as directed by staff.
• Provide extra practice and re-teaching of skills as directed.
• Support teachers in implementing IEP goals, accommodations, and modifications.
• Assist students in obtaining materials and focusing on instruction.
• Help students learn to access and record their work.
• Reinforce classroom rules and IEP-related behavioral expectations.
• Supervise students during morning arrivals, recesses, lunch, and departures.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Curriculum understanding

Computer literacy

Student support

Education

Two years college

Job description

Andover Public Schools seeks a dedicated paraprofessional to assist in delivering instructional support under the supervision of the special education teacher. The role includes implementing individualized or small group lessons, applying IEP accommodations, and supporting students with behavioral and daily living goals.

The position requires assisting with data collection, providing additional practice, and collaborating with teachers to reinforce learning and access to the general curriculum.