ISP Strive Program

ISP Strive Program

Wakefield Public Schools Galvin Middle School – Wakefield, Massachusetts. Open in Google Maps

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Qualifications
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• Minimum high school diploma/GED; associate degree or higher preferred
• Experience working with middle school students with autism highly preferred
• Excellent oral, written, and communication skills

Duties & Responsibilities
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• Assist the lead teacher in implementing individualized education plans (IEPs) tailored to students with ASD.
• Provide direct support to students during classroom activities, ensuring accommodations and modifications are effectively applied.
• Facilitate social skills development by modeling appropriate interactions and supporting peer engagement.
• Support students with communication challenges using alternative and augmentative communication (AAC) tools and strategies.
• Monitor and document student progress, behavior, and performance data as directed by the teacher.
• Assist with classroom management by implementing behavior intervention plans (BIPs) and de‑escalation techniques.
• Collaborate with the special education team, including teachers, therapists, and other paraprofessionals, to support student needs.
• Assist students with personal care tasks, such as feeding, toileting, and hygiene, as needed.
• Prepare and organize classroom materials and resources to support instructional activities.
• Maintain a safe and positive learning environment by adhering to school policies and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned

Position Type: Full‑Time

Salary: $27.63 to $33.10 per hour

Job Categories: Instructional Support >
Paraprofessional / IA

• At least 1 year of relevant experience preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

• HR Department, Wakefield Public School
• 60 Farm Street
• Wakefield, Massachusetts 01880
• Phone:
• Email: HR