Intensive Special Education Instructional Assistants

Intensive Special Education Instructional Assistants, Needham High School (2026/2027 school year)

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Job : 5672054

Final date to receive applications: Sep 15, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted: Apr 27, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 31, 2026

Needham Public Schools is an inclusive, dynamic, and multicultural community seeking an energetic and skilled Intensive
Special Education
Instructional Assistant to join our team. To enhance our goals of supporting every child, Needham Public Schools seeks candidates with diverse backgrounds and experiences.

The Intensive Special Education Instructional Assistant in our ILC (Independent Learning Center, ages 14 to 18) and PG (Post Graduate Program, ages 18 to 22) works with students in the program as well as in the community.
Intensive Special Education Instructional Assistants in ILC and PG work with our students in a variety of settings such as college campuses and work/internship settings. These TAs are trained and supported by the Program Teacher, Transition Specialist, BCBA, and the Special Education Director. The ILC and PG Programs take a team approach to supporting the needs of the students. Instructional Assistants provide support to students in a variety of settings both in school and in the community.

Job Description:

Under the direct supervision of the Special Education Teacher, Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), and Special Education Director,the Intensive Special Education Instructional Assistant provides specialized instruction and support for students with complex learning profiles and/or behavioral challenges enrolled in the Intensive Learning Center/Post Graduate Program, utilizing the strategies of applied behavior analysis. Depending on grade level and the individual needs of students, Intensive Special Education Instructional Assistants may be responsible for the following:

• Provide 1:1 or small group specialized instruction for students with significant special needs utilizing the strategies of applied behavior analysis which may take place in an inclusion setting
• Implement student specific behavior intervention plans including positive reinforcement, visual supports, cuing, de-escalation strategies, and/or providing motor breaks
• Prevent, minimize, and manage behavioral challenges following district protocols
• Support students’ integration within a classroom setting through academic, social, and behavioral interventions
• Implement augmentative communication and assistive technology instruction and support for students who are non-speaking or have limited communication skills
• Provide life skill instruction including toileting, self-care, and travel training as appropriate
• Provide pre-vocational training and job coaching for students in school and the larger community as appropriate
• Assist with program specific data collection to monitor student progress and develop necessary support plans (e.g. academics, social skills, and behavior plans)
• Support students to navigate the school day including non-instructional time
• Prepare instructional materials for students based on their individual learning needs and goals
• Assist with home/school communications (e.g. daily log) as assigned
• Provide regular feedback to the special education team members on student progress
• Any additional tasks assigned by the Special Education Coordinator/Director, Principal or Assistant Principal

The duties listed above are intended as an illustration of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the…