Andover, Massachusetts, United States · On-site
Description Come grow with us! We are currently looking for a full-time Teaching Assistant to be part of our classroom team! Partners in Child Development offers the opportunity to join a diverse and passionate team dedi…
Skills: Special Education Support, IEP Implementation, Patient Care, Communication Skills, Technology Proficiency
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Assist special education teachers and therapists in implementing IEP goals for students with complex medical needs and disabilities. Provide physical support including lifting, feeding, and toileting while maintaining a clean classroom environment.
Requires a high school diploma or GED and an interest in working with children with special needs. Candidates must be able to lift 25 pounds and pass background and fingerprint checks.
Description
Come grow with us! We are currently looking for a full-time Teaching Assistant to be part of our classroom team!
Partners in Child Development offers the opportunity to join a diverse and passionate team dedicated to nurturing the growth and maximizing the potential of every child. We offer children of all abilities a solid foundation to be life-long learners and we offer staff members the chance to do meaningful, mission-based work every day.
We are dedicated to nurturing the growth and development of every child to maximize their potential. We are passionate and committed to helping children and their families with programs focused on a child’s development and well-being. Our programs include an Early Intervention Program for children ages 0-3, our Anderson School, a special education school for children ages 3-16 who have complex medical needs and Woodbridge School, our early childhood education program. For over 50 years, we have been changing the trajectory of children’s lives.
The Anderson School in Andover, MA provides a safe and nurturing special education school for students ages 3-16 years old with complex medical needs to maximize each student’s independence and growth. Our highly skilled, experienced and dedicated staff provide individualized instruction and support including educational and therapeutic programming. Our stimulating classroom setting includes specially designed classrooms to promote positive and active learning. High staff to student ratios including nurses in each classrooms enable our 11-month program to have non-traditional learners experience a traditional school experience. Family support is paramount including providing various on-site clinics and services to help our parents. Our school is open Monday-Friday from 8:00 am – 3:00 pm and follows a school calendar, including a summer session.
The Teaching Assistant is an entry level position that works closely with the Special Education Teacher in a classroom of approximately 5 students who have multiple disabilities, moderate to severe developmental delays, and complex medical needs. The Teaching Assistant’s responsibilities include assisting our special education teachers and school therapists with implementation of IEP goals and objectives, as well as helping with classroom activities and maintaining a clean and neat classroom environment. This position will support the physical and minimal health needs of our students which may include lifting, positioning, seating, feeding, toileting/diapering, and mobility. The Teaching Assistant works closely with parents/guardians, and a team of experienced, caring, dedicated staff including a Special Education teacher, classroom nurse, and other therapists all sharing a passion for working with students with special needs. This is a full-time, 35 hours per week position.
Requirements:
Partners in Child Development provides a supportive environment which values and promotes team collaboration, creative thinking, and innovation with ongoing support and mentoring for each employee’s professional development. Our benefits package includes:
Compensation:
$20 per hour
Requirements
Nurturing the growth and potential of EVERY child.
Partners in Child Development is dedicated to nurturing the growth and development of every child to maximize their potential. We are passionate and committed to helping children and their families with programs focused on a child’s development and well-being. Our programs include an Early Intervention Program for children ages 0-3, our Anderson School, a special education school for children ages 3-12 who have complex medical needs and Woodbridge School, our early childhood education program. For over 50 years, we have been changing the trajectory of children’s lives.
Offices: 32 Osgood St, Andover, MA 01810, US · 439 S Union St, 110, Lawrence, Massachusetts 01843, US
Nurturing the growth and potential of EVERY child.
Partners in Child Development is dedicated to nurturing the growth and development of every child to maximize their potential. We are passionate and committed to helping children and their families with programs focused on a child’s development and well-being. Our programs include an Early Intervention Program for children ages 0-3, our Anderson School, a special education school for children ages 3-12 who have complex medical needs and Woodbridge School, our early childhood education program. For over 50 years, we have been changing the trajectory of children’s lives.
Offices: 32 Osgood St, Andover, MA 01810, US · 439 S Union St, 110, Lawrence, Massachusetts 01843, US
