Education Support Professional - HS Inclusion

Responsibilities

• Supporting students in achieving IEP goals within general education classrooms, including core academic subjects such as math, science, English, and social studies.
• Monitoring and documenting academic progress and behavioral data, with a focus on high school-level standards and benchmarks.
• Collaborating and communicating with general education teachers, special education teachers, counselors, and other service providers to ensure consistency and alignment of instructional strategies.
• Reinforcing learning, study skills, organizational skills, and executive functioning strategies initially outlined by lead teachers.
• Aiding students with note-taking, assignment completion, test accommodations, and use of assistive technology as appropriate.
• Following detailed behavioral and educational accommodations and behavior intervention plans tailored to adolescent students.
• Collecting and recording student data in collaboration with special education and content-area teachers to inform instruction and IEP reviews.
• Reporting academic, social, and behavioral concerns to lead teachers and support teams promptly.
• Motivating students using positive reinforcement, recognizing the developmental and social challenges of high school students.
• Implementing de-escalation strategies to manage behavioral incidents or conflicts, prioritizing a safe and inclusive school environment.
• Demonstrating understanding of adolescent developmental needs, confidentiality laws (such as FERPA), and maintaining professional boundaries with students, families, and staff.
• Supporting student participation in inclusive extracurricular or academic activities when applicable.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent required. Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred. Experience working with adolescents in an educational setting is highly desirable. Knowledge of special education principles and practices, as well as familiarity with assistive technologies, is beneficial. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite is required. Valid Massachusetts driver’s license and reliable transportation are necessary for travel between schools. CPR certification is preferred.