Special Education Assistant Teacher

About the role

The Special Education Assistant Teacher for Inclusion Program at Barbieri Elementary School supports students with disabilities under the direction of a certified teacher. The position involves assisting with general classroom activities, helping students with disabilities, and ensuring their physical, emotional health and safety.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the instruction and supervision of students, supporting them academically, socially, and behaviorally in an inclusionary setting.
• Support students with special needs by following IEP provisions and administering tests and assessments.
• Collect and report data for individual students, addressing concerns and progress.
• Escort and supervise students to and from various school facilities and areas.
• Aid in establishing a positive learning environment and meeting the individual needs of students.
• Perform daily tasks such as eating, mobility, communication, dressing, and toileting support, including diapering.
• Promote independence for students with disabilities.
• Safeguard confidential information to comply with FERPA and HIPAA.
• Assist in planning and implementing lessons aligned with district and school goals.
• Operate a computer and other office productivity machinery, inputting information and reading material from a computer monitor.
• Communicate effectively with students, parents, and other staff members in person, via email, and on the telephone.
• Provide services that may involve lifting, pushing, and providing assistance to students.

Requirements

Associate (or higher) degree or at least two years of post-secondary education equivalent to 48 credit hours from an accredited higher education institution, or passing the Parapro Test. Some experience working with children, especially students with disabilities in areas like Autism, Developmental Delays, Multiple Disabilities, Learning Disabilities, and Emotional Disabilities, is preferred. Additional specialized training in child development, education, or a related field is desirable. Bilingual proficiency in Spanish is desirable.

Qualifications

• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret professional literature, technical procedures, and governmental regulations.
• Sound reasoning and problem-solving skills.
• Capacity to use professional literature, evidence-based research, and ongoing professional learning to inform instructional and practice decisions.
• Professionalism and composure in responding to unpredictable or challenging situations.
• Willingness to plan, coordinate, and participate in ongoing professional learning, coaching, and staff development.
• Knowledge of specialized content areas, relevant laws, and educational procedures.
• Ability to integrate instructional technology to enhance teaching and learning.
• Proactive, reflective, and solution-focused approach to supporting student growth and success.

Skills and Abilities

• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to present information clearly and respond effectively to questions from students, staff, parents, and community members.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret professional literature, technical procedures, and governmental regulations.
• Sound reasoning and problem-solving skills to evaluate information, define problems, collect data, establish facts, draw valid conclusions, and recommend appropriate courses of action.
• Capacity to use professional literature, evidence-based research, and ongoing professional learning to inform instructional and practice decisions.
• Ability to establish and maintain positive, effective working relationships with students, families, colleagues, and the community.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills to work independently, prioritize tasks, and manage multiple projects.
• Commitment to performing all duties in compliance with district requirements, state and federal laws, and Framingham Public Schools policies.
• Demonstrated cultural proficiency and competence in working with students and families from diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information and student records.
• Professionalism and composure in responding to unpredictable or challenging situations.
• Proficiency in using technology and willingness to learn new tools.
• Willingness to plan, coordinate, and participate in ongoing professional learning, coaching, and staff development.
• Experience in evaluating student skills, interpreting assessment data, and writing clear, concise reports.
• Strong collaborative, instructional, coaching, and leadership skills to support student programming.
• Ability to use data effectively to inform instructional decisions and improve student outcomes.
• Knowledge of specialized content areas, relevant laws, and educational procedures.
• Ability to plan and implement lessons that align with district and school goals.
• Proficiency in integrating instructional technology to enhance teaching and learning.
• A proactive, reflective, and solution-focused approach to supporting student growth and success.

Benefits

Framingham Public Schools offers a $1,400 stipend to any paraprofessional who works in an Autism classroom, multi-disabilities classroom, or is on a changing team for a student with toileting needs. For more information about our benefits, click here.

Pay

Details regarding pay are not specified in the job posting.

Schedule

Details regarding schedule are not specified in the job posting.