Special Education Teaching Assistant: Make A Difference

ACCEPT Education Collaborative; Natick (MA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

ACCEPT Education Collaborative in Natick, MA seeks a dynamic teaching assistant to support middle and high school students with special needs. You will assist with classroom instruction, provide student guidance, and help implement behavior plans in a collaborative, on-site setting.

The role offers competitive pay ($24–$34 per hour) and opportunities for professional training within a supportive team focused on inclusive education. Immediate start and full-time hours are available.

Qualifications

• 1 mp; 3 years of experience working with children and/or young adults.
• Associate Degree or equivalent experience.
• Safety Care certified or able and willing to get certified.
• Team player and dependable.
• Ability to follow direction well but work well without supervision when necessary.
• Excellent communication skills, verbal and written.
• 7D drivers license preferred, ACCEPT will assist in obtaining.
• Ability to work well and remain calm under pressure.
• Ability to multitask.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Experience, ability and desire to work with students with special needs.
• Compassion and patience.

Responsibilities

• Work under the direction of Special Education teacher and Behavior Specialist.
• Assist with classroom instruction and provide support and guidance to students.
• Assist with job coaching and community-based instruction.
• Maintain a safe, clean and supportive classroom environment.
• Work closely with the lead teacher to design and implement a classroom system to track student progress, and take necessary steps to ensure academic progress.
• Provide assistance to students during non-classroom time and arrange recreational activities.
• Attend required meetings and training sessions.

Education

Associate Degree

Bachelors Degree in Education

Job description

ACCEPT Education Collaborative in Natick, MA seeks a dynamic teaching assistant to support middle and high school students with special needs. You will assist with classroom instruction, provide student guidance, and help implement behavior plans in a collaborative, on-site setting.

The role offers competitive pay ($24–$34 per hour) and opportunities for professional training within a supportive team focused on inclusive education. Immediate start and full-time hours are available.