ESP Special Education

Job Description

• Assist students in their learning across content areas in individual, small group, and whole group settings.
• Assist students in self-regulation and management of emotions and behavior to maximize student learning including, but not limited to, implementing and supporting behavior plans and classroom management programs.
• Provide sensory support to students as needed. Sensory supports may include, but not limited to, implementing and supporting sensory plans, providing students sensory breaks, and supporting students in the use of sensory equipment.
• Assist and support students in their communication between peers, school staff, etc. including the use of assistive technology.
• Support students' transitions during arrival and dismissal, between subjects/classes in school, and between activities. Provide personal care assistance to students including, but not limited to, toileting/diapering, feeding, physical lifting of students for hygiene and body positioning changes.
• Other duties related to support of students as directed by Principal.

• Education beyond high school diploma required;
  Bachelor's Degree preferred.
• Experience with students with special needs.
• Excellent oral, written, and communication skills.
• Demonstrates dependability, initiative, responsibility, intuitiveness, and is well-organized.
• A desire to work with complex learners and the ability to work effectively with others.
• Ability to physically assist students as assigned.
• At least 3 years of relevant experience preferred

Stoneham is conveniently located between interstate routes 95 and 93 on 6.6 square miles and only 10 miles from Boston. In 2003, the Town completed a $45 million renovation of its four elementary schools and a $40 million Central Middle School project began construction in 2012. The new Central Middle School will open in the fall of 2014 and house grades 5-8.