Teaching Assistant: Special Needs & Inclusion Impact

Perkins & Will; Watertown (MA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

On-campus housing (potential)

Meals on campus

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan with employer match

Paid Time Off

Education Benefits: Tuition reimburse.

Job summary

Perkins is seeking a Teaching Assistant in Watertown, MA to support students with complex disabilities and visual impairments. You will assist educators and resident supervisors to help learners thrive in school or residential settings, with flexible schedules and the potential for on-campus housing and meals.

You will support IEP/Expanded Core Curriculum implementation, safety, and collaboration with staff.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required; higher education preferred.
• Experience working with students with special needs preferred.
• Willingness to complete First Aid/ CPR, Safety-Care, AED, and sign language as needed.

Responsibilities

• Support instruction and IEP/Expanded Core Curriculum implementation.
• Assist in developing, implementing, and documenting measurable IEP goals and strategies.
• Collect and document student performance data using program logs and systems.
• Support independence, confidence, and social/organizational skills.
• Provide language modeling using AAC devices and ASL when needed.
• Ensure safety and provide direct care as required.

Skills

Patience

Communication

Teamwork

Adaptability

Safety awareness

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

Perkins is seeking a Teaching Assistant in Watertown, MA to support students with complex disabilities and visual impairments. You will assist educators and resident supervisors to help learners thrive in school or residential settings, with flexible schedules and the potential for on-campus housing and meals.

You will support IEP/Expanded Core Curriculum implementation, safety, and collaboration with staff.