SEDP-After School Recreational Support Aide​/Professional

SEDP-After School 1:1 Recreational Support Aide/Professional

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Job : 5904351

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 26, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Department:

Southborough Extended Day Program

Job Title:

1:1 Recreational Support Professional

FLSA Status:

(Exempt/Non-exempt)

Unit C

Reports to:

Southborough Extended Day Director

The role of the 1:1 Aide is to provide individualized support to a student with disabilities in the recreational and social setting that is the Southborough Extended Day Program. The 1:1 works directly under the supervision of the SEDP Director. The 1:1 is expected to be flexible and adaptable in meeting the needs of the special education student in the after school setting.

An Associate’s (or higher) degree; or taking and passing a formal assessment measuring one’s knowledge of and ability to assist classroom teachers in reading, writing, and mathematics.

Work 1 on 1 with the special education student as outlined in the student’s Individualized

• Education Program (IEP) based on their social and emotional needs as well as physical needs.
• Deliver specialized assistance to the student in the extended day setting individually.
• Work cooperatively under the direction of the Extended Day Site Coordinator and/or the SEDP Director to deliver support and guidance so that the student will maximize their abilities socially, emotionally and physically.
• Monitor student progress and adjust guidance as needed to ensure student is maximizing their potential abilities at SEDP.
• Participate in professional development as required to meet the needs of students.
• Implement and share with SEDP Staff daily strategies to help with the success of the student.
• Implement and Share any behavioral plans as outlined in the student’s IEP.
• Work collaboratively with the SEDP Staff to maximize students enjoyment at the program.
• In addition, 1:1's responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following as documented in the student’s IEP:
• Toileting
• Snack
• Transportation support

Skills, Knowledge and Ability:

• Skilled in implementing instructional and behavioral methods and procedures appropriate for the situation when learning or teaching new things.
• Skilled in de-escalation strategies after receiving district provided training, as appropriate.
• Skilled at assisting students with disabilities.
• Knowledge of or a willingness to learn a variety of computer programs, audio-visual aids, and other equipment and materials to supplement presentations.
• Ability to shift student responsibilities as the need arises.
• Ability to monitor student performance and progress.
• Ability to demonstrate professionalism and confidentiality

Work Environment: The work environment is in a school setting and can expand to all aspects of the students’ school day

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to physically support students who utilize specialized equipment such as standers, wheelchairs, supportive seating etc.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs. to support students, if needed.
• Ability to physically respond to students who are physically unsafe and use physical restraints as part of a de-escalation process (verbal de-escalation is preferred).
• Ability to physically respond to students who have bolted from the building.
• Ability to physically maintain a safe learning environment, including moving furniture in response to a crisis situation.
• The physical…