Instructional Assistant

The Molin School is a grade 4 and 5 upper elementary school located in Newburyport, Massachusetts.

We are seeking a Special Education Instructional Assistant to work either one to one or one to two with our students.

Dynamic person who responds to student needs positively.

Executes instructional activities with individual students or small groups of students following teacher direction and demonstration.

Provides assistance to students during special classes (art, music, etc.). Implements behavior management programs designed by teachers and/or school psychologist/counselors.

Counts and records specific student behaviors; administers procedures in the positive behavior support plan.

Assists students in special education and general education classes.

Assists in preparation of materials for class, classroom activities, and assignments.

Monitors students during assigned periods (lunch and recess) within a variety of school environments for the purpose of maintaining a safe and positive learning environment.

Serves as a source of information and help to any substitute teacher assigned in the absence of the regular teacher.

Reports student concerns directly and expeditiously to teacher and assists with student resolution.

Maintains the same high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality of information about students as is expected in the classroom teachers.

Meets regularly with classroom teachers to plan around curriculum and student needs General knowledge of the practices, methods and techniques used in the teaching of special education population; ability to maintain files and information; skill in the use of classroom and instructional equipment; ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; ability to establish and maintain positive and effective working relationships with teachers, parents, students, and administrators.

Education and Experience: Bachelor’s Degree Minimum of two years experience working with elementary children Experience implementing behavioral, social, and emotional strategies/skills w/ students Fingerprints and CORI required Salary as per contract negotiated between the Newburyport Instructional Assistant union and the Newburyport School Committee Equal Opportunity Employer Newburyport Public Schools does not discriminate in its programs, activities or employment practices based on race, color, national origin, age, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation or disability.