Special Education Teaching Assistant

Newton Public Schools; Newton (MA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Newton Public Schools is seeking a Special Education Teaching Assistant at Angier Elementary School in Newton, MA. Immediate start with duties including assisting the classroom teacher, implementing IEP-mandated programming, data collection and supporting students throughout the day.

You will work as part of the Student Services team, with responsibilities across instructional support, behavior plans, and family communication, while maintaining confidentiality and reliability in a non-exempt

Qualifications

• Written language, technology skill and interpersonal communication skill to support communication among team members, with community contacts, school staff and parents is required.
• Associate's degree or minimum of 48 college credit hours (classes in education, special education, psychology or a related field preferred).
• Successful completion of ParaPro Assessment may be substituted for educational requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assist the classroom teacher to include the student in all aspects of the school day.
• Implement academic and social programming and strategies as developed by the team.
• Implement accommodations and modifications as outlined on the IEP and developed by the team.
• Implement behavior plans as developed by the team.
• Assist in data collection.
• Promote social interactions throughout the day.
• Support students with adapted living skills such as toileting, feeding, dressing etc.
• Communicate on a regular basis with the family or as directed by the school team.
• Maintain confidentiality about all personal information regarding the student, programming and family.
• Assist in all aspects of the school day whether or not such aspects directly pertain to the individual student, this includes supervision at recess, lunch or other "duties"
• May be expected to provide substitute educator services
• May be expected to attend trainings related to position
• Consistent, reliable and punctual attendance is essential for supervision and instruction of the students
• Responsible for implementing "other job related duties" as needed

Skills

Written language

Technology skills

Interpersonal communication

Education

Associate's degree / 48 credits

ParaPro assessment as substitute

Bachelor's degree in education/related field (preferred)

Job description

Special Education Teaching Assistant

Newton Public Schools Angier Elementary School - Newton, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5964772
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Oct 19, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Department: Student Services / Schools

FLSA Status (Exempt/Non-exempt): Non-Exempt, Unit C

Reports To: Principal& Special Education Department

SUMMARY

The Special Education Teaching Assistant provides a variety of generalized support services to students and schools.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate's degree or minimum of 48 college credit hours (classes in education, special education, psychology or a related field preferred)
• Successful completion of ParaPro Assessment may be substituted for educational requirements
• Written language, technology skill and interpersonal communication skill to support communication among team members, with community contacts, school staff and parents is required

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in education, special education, psychology or other related field preferred
• Childcare or working with children in a daycare setting or children/young adults in a school setting or recreation setting
• Classes in education, special education, psychology or related fields

JOB FUNCTIONS

• Assist the classroom teacher to include the student in all aspects of the school day
• Implement academic and social programming and strategies as developed by the team
• Implement accommodations and modifications as outlined on the IEP and developed by the team
• Implement behavior plans as developed by the team
• Assist in data collection
• Promote social interactions throughout the day
• Support students with adapted living skills such as toileting, feeding, dressing etc. as needed
• Communicate on a regular basis with the family or as directed by the school team
• Maintain confidentiality about all personal information regarding the student, programming and family
• Assist in all aspects of the school day whether or not such aspects directly pertain to the individual student, this includes supervision at recess, lunch or other "duties"
• May be expected to provide substitute educator services
• May be expected to attend trainings related to position
• Consistent, reliable and punctual attendance is essential for supervision and instruction of the students
• Responsible for implementing "other job related duties" as needed

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to operate computer, printer, telephone, copier, facsimile machine, and all other standard office equipment
• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time
• Sufficient mobility to navigate within a large or small school building
• Regularly required to lift and/or move objects weighing up to 25 pounds

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In compliance with state and federal laws, Newton Public Schools is committed to equity, anti-racism and a nondiscrimination policy for students, employees and prospective applicants. All educational and employment determinations are based on an individual’s qualifications and achievements without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, pregnancy, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, ancestry, homelessness, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by state and/or federal statute.

Position Type: Full-Time
Salary: $40,682.10 Per Year

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Orla Higgins Averill
• Email: [e-mail]