KNOWLEDGE OF:

· Child development and challenges faced by students with learning or substantial disabilities
· Curriculum expectations of grade level to which he/she is assigned
· Effective use of computer and relevant educational software applications
· Available assistive technologies, with appropriate training
· Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy

QUALIFICATIONS/EDUCATION:

· Evidence of ability to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.
· Post-secondary training and/or Associates’ degree required
· Experience in working within an educational setting preferred
· Five or more years’ experience working with children with disabilities preferred
· Approved CORI and Fingerprinting results.
Jessica Bolduc, Director of Special Education
Tantasqua Regional/Union 61 School Districts
320A Brookfield Road, Fiskdale MA 01518
bolducj@tantasqua
Posted: August 6, 2025 Application Deadline: August 20, 2025
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour
Work Location: In perso

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provides assistance to assigned student while working in and out of a variety of classrooms.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

· Works primarily with students with IEP’s
· Maintains high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality of information about students and their records
· Works directly with individual students requiring special instructional/behavioral/social help
· Implements teacher/specialist developed lessons, behavior plans without direct supervision
· Maintains contact with teacher(s) to monitor progress
· Provides information to be included in the preparation of progress reports
· Provides escort and assistance to assigned student as necessary throughout the building and school day
· Facilitates participation of assigned student in classroom activities and peer interactions
· Carries out personal health and safety protocols, including diaper changing as necessary, with appropriate training
· Prepares alternative materials as requested by the teacher/specialist
· Collects data as directed by teacher and/or therapists
· Compiles reports of daily accomplishments and/or behaviors for regular meetings with regular and special educators to review students’ progress.
· Participates in in-service training programs and/or workshops as assigned
· Performs other duties as assigned including office administration duties