Assistant Teacher

Assistant Teacher - Immediate Start
• Boston, Massachusetts, United States Key Responsibilities

• Assist licensed staff in the classroom by helping implement academic adaptations and individualized education plans (IEPs).
• Work with students individually or in small groups to support their self-care and social/behavioral needs.
• Maintain a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to learning.
• Provide timely support for students in crisis situations.
• Utilize a variety of learning methods to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes.

• High school diploma obtained in the United States
• 6+ months experience supporting people with special needs (in any capacity), ideally child-focused experience
• Applicants must have professional proficiency in English
• US Work Authorization – sponsorship for an employment visa or relocation assistance is not provided

• Comfortable being on your feet and moving around the classroom throughout the day
• Able to lift up to 20 lbs and safely assist students when needed (kneeling, bending, quick response)
• Additional physical requirements may be requested during your application process

• Experience working in special education, particularly with moderate to severe behaviors
• Experience with personal care tasks, like diapering and toileting
• Experience handling unexpected behaviour, such as hitting and biting
• Comfortable with eloping
• Experience with behaviour strategies and methodologies
• Experience in collecting data and following BI plan
• Associate's degree or higher (obtained in the US or US equivalency check completed)
• Pro-Act training
• Certification in CPR and First Aid

Pay: $21 - $24 per hour, paid weekly. Rate depends on experience, role type, school budget, and education level.

Schedule:

Monday to Friday, within hours of 7:30 am - 3:00/4:30 pm (no weekend work).

• Weekly Direct Deposit
• Potential to qualify for health coverage and 401(k) participation, subject to role and eligibility criteria

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