• Job Description

  Req#: 5168481

  Needham Public Schools is an inclusive, dynamic, and multicultural community seeking an energetic, skilled, and warm General Education Teaching Assistant to join our team. To enhance our goals of supporting every child, Needham Public Schools seeks candidates with diverse backgrounds and experiences. Please consider joining our dynamic, student-centered elementary school as we work together to provide a positive and joy-filled environment for our students this year!

  Job Summary:

  Under the direct supervision of the Special Education Teacher, Classroom Teacher, and Special Education Coordinator, the Teaching Assistant will work closely with students in the classroom to meet instructional goals and objectives, social-emotional goals and objectives, and maintain appropriate student behavior.

  Essential Job Functions:

  • Assist students with special education needs in all aspects of classroom instruction to maximize inclusion, learning, and achievement of IEP objectives
  • Works with students individually and in small groups to reinforce basic academic skills and implement assigned lessons and programs
  • Assist with record-keeping procedures to document student learning and performance
  • Assist with classroom behavior management to minimize disruptions, ensure a safe and orderly classroom, and ensure students are on task
  • Assist students in non-instructional areas, such as supervising lunch, recess, arrival or dismissal duty
  • Any additional tasks assigned by the Special Education Coordinator, Principal or Assistant Principal

  Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

  • Ability to carry out verbal and written instructions
  • Knowledge of academic and social skills unique to elementary-aged students
  • Ability to make decisions in the moment to ensure the safety of all students
  • Ability to establish a supportive and compassionate relationship with students with special needs
  • Ability to work collaboratively with multiple team members
  • Ability to maintain confidential information regarding students and families
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills

  Qualifications:

  • Pursuit of Bachelor's Degree in Education or in a field working with elementary-aged children
  • Prior experience with students with special needs

  Compensation and Benefits:

  Please review the Unit Contract and this page to learn more about employee compensation and benefits.

  The Needham Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, active military/veteran status, ancestry, genetic information, or national or ethnic origin in the administration of its educational policies, employment policies, and other administered programs and activities. In addition, students who are homeless or of limited English-speaking ability are protected from discrimination in accessing the course of study and other opportunities available through the schools.
  
  Needham Public Schools has a strong commitment to equity. Candidates who also have a strong commitment to this work are encouraged to apply. For more information on our equity work please visit our equity website .

• About the company

  Needham High School is a public high school in Needham, Massachusetts, educating grades 9 through 12.

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