Teaching Assistant, Special Education – Therapeutic Learning Center; TLC

Teaching Assistant, Special Education – Therapeutic Learning Center (TLC)

Wayland School District, Claypit Hill Elementary School – Wayland, Massachusetts

Job : 5752855

Final date to receive applications: Sep 01, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted: Jun 02, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 26, 2026

Wayland Public Schools is seeking compassionate and dedicated Teaching Assistants to support students in the Therapeutic Learning Center (TLC) Program. The TLC serves students whose social, emotional, and behavioral needs impact their ability to access the educational environment successfully.

Under the supervision of the TLC Lead Teacher and in collaboration with counselors, BCBAs, and related service providers, Teaching Assistants provide direct student support while promoting academic, social‑emotional, and behavioral growth.

• Support students in TLC and general education settings
• Reinforce academic, social‑emotional, behavioral, and executive functioning skills
• Assist students with self‑regulation, coping, problem‑solving, and social skills
• Implement behavior support plans and classroom interventions
• Use positive reinforcement and de‑escalation strategies
• Support transitions, classroom activities, lunch, specials, and field trips
• Collect and share student progress data Assist with classroom organization and instructional materials
• Collaborate with educators, counselors, and related service providers
• Maintain confidentiality and a safe, supportive learning environment
• Perform other duties as assigned

• Weekly staff training and coaching
• Social‑emotional learning and behavior management strategies
• Trauma‑informed practices
• Positive reinforcement and de‑escalation techniques
• Student‑specific training and support plans
• Annual Safety Care certification

• High school diploma required; associate’s or bachelor’s degree preferred
• Experience working with children or adolescents preferred
• Experience supporting students with social, emotional, or behavioral needs strongly preferred
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging

Hours: 30.08 hours per week

Schedule:

• Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday: 7:45 AM – 2:30 PM
• Wednesday: 7:30 AM – 1:35 PM

Salary: $25.63 – $33.89 per hour

Wayland Public Schools provides a desirable benefits package for full‑time employees which includes health, employer‑sponsored Health Savings Account, dental, vision, long‑term disability, life insurance, 403(b), Dependent Care Account, Flexible Spending Accounts, and participation in retirement pension boards.

WPS is an equal‑opportunity employer committed to the principle of the dignity of all people and their labors. Applicants are hired and promoted without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, ancestry, military status, disability, or pregnancy. The district seeks applicants who prioritize diversity, equity, and belonging.

Position Type: Full‑Time

• Citizenship, residency, or work visa required

• Melissa Webb, Human Resources
• PO Box 408
• Wayland, Massachusetts 01778
• Phone:
• Email:

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