Special Education Support Professional - Elementary School

Young World Physical Education; Weymouth (MA); On-site; USD 33,062 - 38,572; Full time

Job summary

Weymouth Public Schools is seeking a Special Education Support Professional for Frederick C. Murphy Elementary School in Weymouth, MA. The role supports students with or without disabilities under guidance of general and special educators to help meet IEP goals and document progress.

Ideal candidates communicate with teachers, families, and specialists, maintain confidentiality, and show flexibility in a busy school setting. Full-time, non-exempt, 183-day calendar, hourly pay.

Qualifications

• Support and assist students for physical, academic, and behavioral needs.
• Implement Positive Behavior Support Plans.
• Monitor student progress and document academic and behavioral data.
• Communicate with teachers, families, and service providers about student needs.
• Assist with daily classroom duties and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Support and carry out instruction designed by general and special educators to meet the individual needs of students with or without disabilities.
• Work with students on IEP goals, monitor progress, and maintain regular communication with teachers and service providers.
• Collaborate and communicate between classroom teachers and special education liaisons regarding student needs.
• Participate in district-provided job-related training and perform other duties as assigned.

Job description

Special Education Support Professional – Elementary School

Weymouth Public Schools – Frederick C. Murphy Elementary School, Weymouth, Massachusetts

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Job Description

Weymouth Public Schools is a dynamic and inclusive learning community dedicated to “Educational Excellence for Every Weymouth Student.” Our vision is centered on empowering each individual to reach their full potential in a diverse, equitable, and supportive environment.

We educate over 5,600 students in 11 school buildings, including Weymouth Early Childhood Center, eight elementary schools (grades K‑5), Chapman Middle School (grades 6‑8), and Weymouth High School (grades 9‑12). At each of our schools, we are committed to fostering curiosity, celebrating diversity, and nurturing a lifelong passion for learning. Our highly qualified educators and staff members work to provide personalized attention and support to ensure that every student thrives.

Responsibilities

The Education Support Professional supports and carries out instruction designed by general and special educators to meet the individual needs of students with or without disabilities in a calm and neutral manner. They assist the educator to achieve student success, which may include working with students on IEP goals, monitoring and documenting progress, and maintaining regular communication with the classroom teacher(s) and/or service providers. They also understand boundaries and diplomacy with colleagues, families, and community members, and they communicate information for or from parents/guardians to the classroom teacher (Pre‑K‑5) and Special Education Liaison (6‑12).

General Duties

The Education Support Professional is directly responsible to the Building Principal and/or Associate Principal and/or Administrator of Special Education and/or Assistant Director(s) of Special Education.

Specific Duties

• Support and assist students for physical, academic, and/or behavioral needs.
• Implement Positive Behavior Support Plans.
• Manage aggressive behaviors, apply behavior de‑escalation and safety skills, and apply programmatic safety training skills as needed (e.g., CPI/Safety Care).
• Toileting/Diapering Students.
• Provide a variety of specialized learning techniques and/or applied behavioral activities pertaining to instruction individualized for student support/instruction.
• Monitor student progress, collect and document appropriate academic and/or behavioral data.
• Implement use of verbal and visual supports for students, model appropriate tasks, skills, and behaviors for students.
• Accompany student throughout the day, as needed, for all classes, services, recess, student lunch time, and any other times required (based on requirements as delineated in the IEP or 504).
• Support classroom teacher with classroom duties, if necessary.
• Facilitate, collaborate and communicate between classroom teachers and special education liaisons regarding the needs of the students served.
• Participation in district provided job‑related training.
• Any other duties as assigned by the Building/Special Education Administrators.

Other Skills and Abilities Required

• Demonstrate flexibility and ability to carry out instructions.
• Demonstrate ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to multitask; excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to operate computers, use Google Suite, and other required programs.
• Ability to exercise patience, tact and good judgment.
• Ability to identify sensitive information and maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to succeed in a complex and changing environment.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff and the school community.

Working Conditions

Frequent standing, walking, sitting, bending, and talking or hearing; occasional reaching with hands and arms; occasional lifting and/or moving up to 50 pounds; use of physical guidance to assist students. Vision requirements include close vision and ability to adjust focus. The employee must meet multiple demands from several people, sit and stand regularly, and sometimes walk long distances. Handling office equipment may require hand/grip strength. The role requires rapid response in emergencies. Ambient noise levels usually moderate to loud with multiple adults engaging with students in the same environment. Dusty, cold, hot, indoor and outdoor conditions may be encountered.

Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) Classification

This position is classified as Non‑Exempt.

Terms of Employment

183 work days as specified under the provisions of the Weymouth Educators Association (WEA) Unit D Collective Bargaining Agreement. Employment based on successful completion of a background check pursuant to state and/or federal laws.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Weymouth Public Schools is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws.

Position Type

Full‑Time

Salary

$24 to $28.96 per hour