Assistant Teacher; Middle​/High School

• Location 53 Parker Hill Avenue, Boston, MA, 02120, United States
• Base Pay $19.00 - $25.00 / Hour
• Job Category Manville Programs
• Employee Type FT Non Exempt 35+
• Required Degree 4 Year Degree

• Job Title Assistant Teacher, Special Education
• Location Onsite Boston
• Position Type Full Time, 10-month position

The Baker Center for Children and Families (also known as Judge Baker Children's Center), promotes the best possible mental health of children and families through the integration of research, intervention, training, and policy.

• Make an impact on childrens welfare utilizing your leadership and teaching skills in a highly supportive work environment!
• The opportunity to working in a face-paced, fun, supportive, collaborative work environment with other passionate, talented, hard-working individuals!
• Gain teaching experience in a highly regarded and reputable educational/ mental health organization with support, mentoring and training from exceptional and experienced professionals.
• Participate in learning and professional development opportunities and collaborate across disciplines.
• Integrated professional development opportunities in the educational and mental health fields.

• Plans and implements individualized and small group lessons in specific curriculum areas (1-2 content areas) under the supervision of the special education teacher in the classroom.
• In conjunction with the classroom team (lead teacher and behavior support personnel), develop and implement classroom behavior management plan appropriate to the age and social/emotional levels of students.
• Actively participates in the daily operation of the classroom, including academic instruction and classroom management.
• Learns and employs effective behavior management techniques that are consistent with the school-wide model and structure.
• Fosters positive self-esteem and social growth of students through appropriate curriculum and behavioral structure.
• Writes Quarterly Progress Reports based on Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) for students.

Bachelors degree in education or a related field is required.

Experience working with children/students with special needs, preferably in a classroom setting.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Google Suites.
• First Aid/CPR and Physical Restraint trainings is required or ability to participate in annual training at beginning of employment and annually or as needed throughout tenure.

• License/Certification N/A
• Open Date Open Until Filled

We offer Medical (Blue Cross/Blue Shield), Dental and Vision options; 50% discount on monthly MBTA passes, immediate enrollment into retirement, with company contribution (4%) and match up to (4%) after 2 years of employment. We offer opportunities to get involved in various department/organization improvement committees and activities. For a full list of benefits please visit our website /benefits

We are committed to building a team that reflects the communities we serve. Diverse and multilingual candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions or any other characteristic protected by law.

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.