Vocational Teacher Assistant

Our Open • Plymouth, MA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Home for Little Wanderers' COVE School in Plymouth, Massachusetts, serves students in grades 7 to 12 with educational, emotional, and behavioral challenges that cannot be adequately addressed in a traditional public school environment. Students have individualized education plans tailored to their needs and strengths. The Vocational Teacher Assistant provides rehabilitative assistance to students who need social and/or behavioral support during the school day and helps staff support students’ emotional, academic, and behavioral growth. The role works under the supervision of a Special Education Coordinator and supports classroom routines, student progress monitoring, communication, and behavior management.

Requirements

• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
• Ability to respond positively and appropriately to direction and feedback.
• Satisfactory completion of TCI Training is required.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree or 48 credits in education or a human service field of study.
• Driving record that allows for the transportation of students in school transportation.

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers in creating a classroom environment with clear and consistent behavior standards.
• Help teachers establish consistent routines for students’ independent and group work, monitor learning progress, and maintain performance records.
• Establish and model appropriate working relationships with students.
• Assist teachers and administrators with managing student behavior within school and classroom structures.
• Participate in collecting data and preparing student growth progress reports under the supervision of a Special Education Coordinator.
• Support communication with students’ families and educational teams.
• Provide individual classroom coverage when a teacher is sick or absent.
• Engage actively in supervision and respond to feedback through appropriate action.
• Complete paperwork consistently, professionally, and in a timely manner.
• Attend regular meetings with a problem-solving mindset and contribute actively.
• Support COVE School staff in implementing supports for students’ emotional, academic, and behavioral growth.

Benefits

• Generous time off.
• Health insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Extensive training for new staff.
• Tuition reimbursement of up to $3,000 per fiscal year.
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer match.
• Employer-paid long-term and short-term disability insurance.
• Employer-paid basic life and AD&D insurance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed