Support Staff

READS Collab; Middleborough (MA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

You will implement Student Support Plans, assist teachers, and collaborate with staff to foster social-emotional learning, academic growth, and a positive, inclusive classroom environment.

This ESP bargaining unit position offers 183 days with pay and room to grow in a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Experience with students who have trauma or emotion regulation challenges.
• Two years public school or related work experience preferred.
• High School diploma is required.
• Familiarity with Google Workspace and educational technology.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop positive rapport with students.
• Collaborate with Academy staff to support social-emotional and academic growth.
• Implement Student Support Plans consistently.
• Complete incident reports when needed.
• Participate in case management and data meetings.
• Substitute for classroom teachers as needed.

Skills

Student support

Communication

Team collaboration

Adaptability

Trauma-informed approach

Education

High School diploma

Tools

Google Workspace

Educational technology

Job description

Specialized Educational Assistant - READS Academy

READS Collaborative encourages applications from a full range of diverse and talented candidates.

READS Collaborative reaffirms its commitment to building an inclusive workplace that does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, homelessness, status as a veteran, limited English-speaking ability or any other protected class under the law in admission to, access to, treatment in or employment in its program or activities.

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Overview

The Specialized Educational Assistant (hereto - Assistant) will provide direct intervention and support to students in PreK - 12+ Academy locations to support social emotional learning models of intervention and support academic learning. Assistants are responsible for implementing student support plans, engaging students through a trauma-informed approach, utilizing training protocols in intervention and supporting student Academic learning following modifications and accommodations in students' IEPs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with students who experience challenges in regulating their emotions, exhibit challenges in social interactions or have a history of trauma, preferred.
• Two (2) years of public school or related work experience, preferred.
• High School diploma required.
• Familiarity with the use of technology for student learning and data collection.
• Familiarity with Google suite of applications.
• Ability to be flexible in assignments and responsibilities each day.
• Commitment to positively impacting the lives of children and young adults.
• Strong communication skills and demonstrated ability to contribute as a member of a team.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The essential functions or duties listed below are illustrations of the type of work that is expected and is not an exhaustive list of the responsibilities of this position. In coordination with Teachers, Counselors, Specialist and Program Leaders:

• Develop a positive rapport with students.
• Contribute to a learning environment that welcomes all students and staff to fully participate in the life of the school.
• Collaborate with Academy staff to regularly adjust practice and approaches to provide the best intervention and support for social emotional, mental health and academic growth of students.
• Consistently implement Student Support Plans in collaboration with Academy staff.
• Complete incident reports, in digital form, that include all elements when needed.
• Participate in Case Management, Data Team and other meetings to utilize data to serve as measurable indicators of success to inform classroom intervention.
• Participate in case management and student support meetings.
• Practice and implement protocols learned in training and professional development regarding interventions and supports for children facing social-emotional challenges, mental health concerns and trauma recovery.
• Substitute for classroom teachers, as needed and as assigned, to continue instruction and intervention in a teacher's absence.
• Provide intervention and support to students as they transition to activities and locations throughout the school.
• Provide intervention and support to students who are included in general education classes and coordinate any additional support needed for success with the Academy teacher.
• Assist in maintaining the school/classroom environment and school materials and supplies.
• Implement school procedures for all emergency situations in coordination with the teachers and leaders.
• Other duties as assigned by the Executive Director and/or her designee.

Working Conditions and Physical Demands

Must demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively with staff, students, families, and host school personnel. Must be capable of independently implementing student interventions under the direction of the classroom teacher, counselor, specialists, or program director. Must be able to respond promptly to calls for assistance throughout the school building and surrounding areas. Must have reliable transportation and the ability to travel to various locations as required to perform assigned duties. The employee must be physically capable of performing all essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation. Physical demands may include standing, walking, bending, kneeling, reaching, lifting, pushing, pulling, and assisting with the physical management of students. The position also requires the ability to safely implement approved physical intervention and restraint techniques, when necessary, with students up to age 22, in accordance with READS Collaborative policies, training, and applicable state regulations.

Terms of Employment

Educational Support Personnel (ESP) Bargaining Unit Position: 183 days. Benefits apply to this position per the Collective Bargaining Agreement. Rate of pay TBD based on qualifications and experience. Compensation differential for candidates with a Bachelor's Degree.

Salary

Salary: $32,000.00 - $47,000.00 per year

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