Long Term Substitute: Special Education Assistant Teacher

Framingham Public Schools – Hemenway Elementary School

Title: Long Term Substitute:
Special Education Assistant Teacher

• Job : 5722571
• Final date to receive applications: June 10, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
• Posted: May 18, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)
• Starting Date: Immediately
• Salary: $120 – $120 per day
• Position Type: Substitute

Assisting student(s) with disabilities under the direction of a certified teacher in an inclusionary setting. Typical duties include supporting academic, social, and behavioral needs, providing physical and emotional safety, using technology, and caring for students' dignity and independence.

• Associate or higher degree preferred.
• Experience working with children, especially students with disabilities such as Autism, Developmental Delays, Multiple Disabilities, Learning Disabilities, and Emotional Disabilities, is preferred.
• Specialized training in child development, education, or related field desirable.
• Strong oral and written communication.
• Ability to read, analyze professional literature, and interpret regulations.
• Sound reasoning and problem‑solving skills.
• Capacity to use evidence‑based research for instructional decisions.
• Commitment to cultural proficiency and working with diverse backgrounds.
• Professionalism in handling unpredictable situations.
• Proficiency with technology, including Google Workspace.
• Experience interpreting assessment data and reporting.
• Strong collaboration, instruction, coaching, and leadership skills.
• Ability to use data to inform instruction.
• Knowledge of laws and educational procedures.
• Ability to plan and implement lessons aligned with district goals.
• Proficient in integrating instructional technology.
• Solution‑focused approach to supporting student growth.

• Assist in instruction and supervision of students in inclusion, small group, individual, or separate setting under teacher direction.
• Support students with special needs following IEP provisions.
• Administer standardized and non‑standardized tests and other assessments.
• Provide crisis management and physical assistance as required, with training provided.
• Attend training and maintain certification in de‑escalation and physical management techniques.
• Collect data and report student progress.
• Escort and supervise students to and from school facilities.
• Collaborate with special education, general education educators, and related service staff.
• Create a positive learning environment and respond to student needs.
• Assist with daily tasks such as eating, mobility, communication, dressing, toileting, including diapering.
• Promote independence for students with disabilities.
• Safeguard confidential information per FERPA and HIPAA.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

• Move throughout the school building and may need to stand, walk, or push a wheelchair for extended periods.
• Remain in stationary position for periods; reach with hands, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Lift up to 20 lbs and use tools.
• Operate computer and office equipment.
• Communicate via email, telephone, and in person.
• May need to move quickly across uneven surfaces; may contact students outdoors.
• Exposure to bodily fluids, disease, pathogens possible; may be injured by aggressive students; may provide limited personal care or toileting assistance.

Building Principal and Coordinator of Special Education Evaluation Team.

Exempt.

Covered under Framingham School Committee Contract; district reserves right to transfer personnel as needed.

Framingham Public Schools provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. The district complies with applicable state and local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

The district expressly prohibits workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, ancestry, marital status, or veteran status.

Any concerns or questions may be reported to the Title IX Coordinator. The notice of nondiscrimination is located on the Framingham Public Schools School Committee website.

• Marguerite Lackard, Principal
• Hemenway Elementary School
• Email: