Special Education Support Assistant — Inclusive Classrooms

Four Rivers Charter Public School; Greenfield (MA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Four Rivers Charter Public School in Greenfield, MA seeks an outstanding Teaching Assistant to support Special Education services and work with students in an inclusion setting.

The role involves collaboration with teachers, verifying IEP objectives, and assisting in a learning-centered environment. Expect 184 school days per year, supervision by a Director of Student Services, and a commitment to the school’s EL Education practices.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Two years of college coursework (48 hours) preferred.
• An Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge through formal assessment (e.g. Para-educator Learning Network Assessment) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to the Learning Specialist (Special Education Teacher) in the delivery of Special Education services.
• Collaborate with general education teachers in the delivery of support in an inclusion environment.
• Work one-on-one or with small groups of students both inside and outside of the general education classroom.
• Support students in the learning center with academic, behavioral, and organizational skills.
• Demonstrate willingness to engage in general education content and support all students as necessary.

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Two years of college coursework (48 hours)

Associate's or Bachelor's degree

Formal assessment knowledge (e.g. Para-educator Learning Network Assessment)

Job description

Four Rivers Charter Public School in Greenfield, MA seeks an outstanding Teaching Assistant to support Special Education services and work with students in an inclusion setting.

The role involves collaboration with teachers, verifying IEP objectives, and assisting in a learning-centered environment. Expect 184 school days per year, supervision by a Director of Student Services, and a commitment to the school’s EL Education practices.