Instructional Aide, SCALE (7.5 hours/11 months), Haggerty/OSS

Cambridge Public Schools • Cambridge, MA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Instructional Aide, SCALE (Social, Communication, Academic, and Life Skills Education) position is an 11-month role at Haggerty School/Office of Student Services. The SCALE program is designed for scholars who require intensive, specially designed instruction in social, communication, academic, and life skills. A majority of the scholars are on the Autism Spectrum, but the program serves students with a range of disabilities across elementary, middle, and high school, as well as a Post Graduate Program for young adults aged 18-22. The Office of Student Services (OSS) is dedicated to ensuring equitable access and success for students with disabilities and those with advanced learning needs within Cambridge Public Schools (CPS). Haggerty School's motto, “Everyone is Different, Everyone Belongs,” underscores a commitment to diversity and inclusion, believing that all students can achieve at high levels when provided with conditions for exploration, inquiry, and understanding. The school values each child's culture and beliefs, emphasizing student responsibility for learning, collaboration, support, and respect. Relationships and rapport are considered foundational for collegiality, caregiver engagement, and student success.

Requirements

• Above average skills in collaboration
• Excellent skills in oral communication
• Demonstrated ability to problem solve
• Experience working with students in urban environments
• Must be energetic, enthusiastic, patient, and flexible
• Assist in addressing the physical, educational, and social-emotional needs of the students
• Willingness to be trained in de-escalation and safe physical restraint techniques
• Must have the physical ability to work on the floor and move around the room to support students and teachers in curriculum implementation, use of manipulatives, and other instructional methods and materials

Nice To Haves

• Associates degree or 48 college credits from an accredited college or university preferred
• Previous Montessori training or experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Assist with instruction for students with disabilities
• Supervise students with disabilities during non-instructional activities
• Supervise students during transitions
• Collaborate with general education, special education, and related services staff
• Accommodate and modify for student learning and support the general education teacher with the implementation of appropriate accommodations in the general education setting
• Perform related duties as may be designated by the special educator or supervisor
• Toileting of students is a duty that an individual may be expected and required to perform

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree