Teaching Assistant - Natick Elementary

Young World Physical Education; Natick (MA); On-site; USD 31,684 - 45,460; Full time

Job summary

ACCEPT Education Collaborative in Natick, MA is seeking dynamic Teaching Assistants to support students in middle and high school programs. You will work under the direction of the Special Education teacher and Behavior Specialist to assist with classroom instruction, track student progress, and help create a supportive learning environment.

Starting pay is competitive and includes professional training and ongoing support.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience working with children and/or young adults.
• Associate degree or equivalent experience.
• Safety Care certified or willing to obtain certification.
• Team player and dependable.
• Ability to follow directions and work without supervision when necessary.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work well under pressure and maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to multitask and maintain confidentiality.
• Experience, ability and desire to work with students with special needs.
• Compassion and patience.

Responsibilities

• Work under the direction of the Special Education teacher and Behavior Specialist.
• Assist with classroom instruction and support students.
• Maintain a safe, clean and supportive classroom environment.
• Collaborate with lead teacher to design and implement systems to track student progress.
• Provide assistance during non-classroom time and arrange recreational activities.
• Attend required meetings and trainings.

Skills

Communication skills

Team player

Follow directions

Confidentiality

Multitasking

Special needs experience

Compassion and patience

Safety Care certification

Education

Associate degree or equivalent experience

Bachelor’s degree in Education or related field

Job description

Job Title and Location

Teaching Assistant - Natick Elementary, ACCEPT Education Collaborative, Natick, MA

Job Details

• Job ID: 5831555
• Application Deadline: Posted until filled
• Posted: Jul 14, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)
• Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

ACCEPT Education Collaborative is a regional non-profit educational organization with locations in Medway and Natick, MA. ACCEPT provides programs and services including special education for students with moderate to severe needs, transportation, home-based services, behavioral and educational consultation, and professional development. Programs cover PreK-12 and up to age 22 for life skills and therapeutic programs, addressing autism spectrum disorders, emotional/behavioral needs, global impairments, cognitive/intellectual disabilities, language disorders, ADHD/ADD, and nonverbal learning disability. ACCEPT seeks dynamic and compassionate teaching assistants to work in our Middle and High School Programs in Medway. We offer competitive compensation, benefits, a collaborative environment and professional training and support.

Pay starting at $22.09 per hour.

Qualifications

Required

• 1–3 years of experience working with children and/or young adults
• Associate Degree or equivalent experience
• Safety Care certified or willing to obtain certification
• Team player and dependable
• Ability to follow directions and work without supervision when necessary
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work well under pressure and maintain confidentiality
• Ability to multitask and maintain confidentiality
• Experience, ability and desire to work with students with special needs
• Compassion and patience

Desired

• Bachelor’s Degree in Education or related field
• Experience in special education

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Work under the direction of the Special Education teacher and Behavior Specialist
• Assist with classroom instruction and support students
• Maintain a safe, clean and supportive classroom environment
• Collaborate with lead teacher to design and implement systems to track student progress
• Provide assistance during non-classroom time and arrange recreational activities
• Attend required meetings and trainings

Daily Activities

• Arrive prepared before students and stay until all students are dismissed
• Check in with teacher and behavior specialist daily
• Ensure student clipboards/data sheets are prepared
• Maintain organized and professional classroom space
• Collect daily behavior and academic data
• Implement individual student behavior support plans and reinforcement schedules
• Support teacher during whole group and small group lessons
• Implement individual student academic programming as applicable
• Follow the schedule created by the classroom teacher
• Communicate issues to the teacher and behavior specialist promptly
• Complete incident and restraint reports as required
• Read and respond to emails within 24 hours
• Ensure classroom is cleaned and ready for the next day

Other Considerations

• Occasional travel between ACCEPT programs to fulfill TA responsibilities
• Physical demands: ability to move, lift up to 20 lbs, endure long periods of standing or sitting, and assist with safety and behavioral management
• Work environment: typical school setting, not remote

Equal Opportunity

ACCEPT is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, disability, religion, or sexual orientation. EEO employer - M/F/Vets/Disabled.

Salary and Category

• Salary: $23 to $33 Per Hour
• Job Categories: Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Contact Information

• Laura Borges, Assistant Director
• 4 Tech Circle, Natick, MA 01760
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]