Special Education Program Assistant - Lower School

Methuen Public School District

Methuen (MA)

On-site

USD 37,000 - 52,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Job summary

Methuen Public School District is seeking a Program Assistant to support Footsteps Upper School students with developmental and cognitive delays in a self-contained setting. You will implement lesson plans, manage behavior plans, and promote social and self-help skills while ensuring smooth arrival, dismissal, and inclusion in general education classes.

The role requires collaboration with teachers and staff, and may involve lifting up to 50 lbs as part of daily activities in a dynamic school

Qualifications

High school diploma required with associates degree or higher preferred.
Experience working with children, particularly those with cognitive delays.
SPEDIAC training preferred and helpful for program delivery.
Experience assisting in program implementation, including behavioral interventions.
Ability to work with professional staff and support inclusion.

Responsibilities

Support students with developmental and cognitive delays in a self-contained Lower School classroom.
Assist with academics by implementing lesson plans and behavior plans.
Support self-help skills, toileting, social skills, and inclusion throughout the school.
Assist with arrival and dismissal and help with inclusion into general education classes.
Be trained to assist if a student uses a communication device; assistive supports as needed.
Physically demanding role; may lift up to 50 lbs.