Extended Day Student Support Aide (SY26-27)

Watertown Public Schools•Watertown, MA

15h•Onsite

About The Position

Watertown Community Education, a self-sustaining program of Watertown Public Schools, offers enrichment programs for children, adults, and families. This role supports the Extended Day Programs at elementary schools, providing a safe and nurturing environment for PreK-Grade 5 students from 2:30 PM to 6:00 PM daily. The program offers activities designed to challenge children to explore, discover, create, and grow.

Requirements

At least one year of experience working with school-age children required.
CPR/First Aid Certification.
Annual Watertown Public Schools Required Trainings.
Monthly Community Education Meetings.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s Degree, Bachelor’s Degree, or coursework towards a degree is preferred.
At least one year of special education experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Ensure a smooth transition for students from the school day to the extended day program.
Assist students, if/as needed, with personal care needs which may include but are not limited to feeding, toileting, diapering, personal safety, and/or management of personal items.
Implement student and program accommodations as appropriate.
Follow and support student behavior support plans, Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), and/or 504 Plans as provided by the District and/or Extended Day Site Coordinator, and/or Assistant Director or Director of Community Education as appropriate/applicable.
Run behavior intervention programs and student support programs (such as positive reinforcement, motor breaks, designated breaks, token board systems, etc.).
Facilitate social opportunities and potential social groups (including games, projects, and time during outdoor/indoor play) with peers.
Assist students in using assistive technology and PECS functional communication systems as appropriate/applicable.
Accompany and support students on field trips.
May be required to support at other Extended Day Program site locations based on program needs, student needs, staffing, and/or enrollment.
If needed, maintain student data as directed by school service providers.
Other duties as assigned by the Extended Day Program Extended Day Site Coordinator, and/or Assistant Director or Director of Community Education.
The position may require extra hours for planning and/or participating in family and program events.