Special Education Instructional Assistant - Bridge
About The Position
The BRIDGE program is a specialized, intensive program based on Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) principles and serves students on the Autism Spectrum. The program includes a special education teacher and supporting instructional assistants, with consultation from a Board Certified Behavior Analyst, Speech and Language Pathologist, and Occupational Therapist. Student services include discrete trial training, supported inclusion, small-group activities, and incidental teaching. The program aims to increase students’ independent skills in academics, recreation, social interaction, communication, self-care, motor skills, and behavior regulation, and to help students generalize those skills to new situations and environments. Andover Public Schools seeks candidates who value the identities of all students, hold high expectations, and demonstrate teaching excellence, collaboration, innovation, respect, and responsibility. The district is committed to hiring and supporting a racially and ethnically diverse faculty and staff.
Requirements
- At least two years of college or equivalent experience working with children for two years.
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge of or experience working with students on the autism spectrum.
- Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) knowledge and/or experience.
Responsibilities
- Monitor and assist students with daily routines across classroom activities and settings.
- Assist in collecting data on behavioral or academic progress.
- Initiate and carry out behavioral interventions as designated and demonstrated by the classroom teacher.
- Participate in staff meetings about classroom curricular expectations and student needs across developmental areas.
- Lead or facilitate instruction for individuals, small groups, or the whole class.
- Assist students as needed with routines, directions, individual schedules, and task completion.
- Monitor students at all times, including on and off the bus, during lunch, and during transitions.
- Assist students with self-help needs related to safety, eating, and toileting.
- Create materials as time allows and as directed by the teacher.
- Prepare the room for instruction in the morning or at the end of the day, as designated by the teacher.
- Remain professional and keep student information confidential.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
