Teacher Support Specialist

Schedule
:
Monday – Friday, 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Compensation
: $20.00 – $21.50 per hour (based on experience)

Location
:
Brewster, MA

Are you passionate about helping students thrive academically and emotionally? We're looking for compassionate individuals to join us in supporting students to develop their educational, social, emotional, and behavioral skills. As a Teacher Support Specialist, you ll play a pivotal role in nurturing students  growth and success.

Wondering what it’s like to work here? Hear from our team and see what the role involves in this quick video:

• In cooperation with Special Education teacher, plan and implement classroom related activities.
• In absence of Special Education Teacher, assume responsibility for the classroom.
• Supervise students in classroom-related activities.
• Work cooperatively with team members to implement IEP objectives.
• Maintain appearance of the classroom.
• Record behavioral progress in individual tracking logs on daily basis.
• Daily communication with Special Education teacher regarding issues which impact students.
• Active participation in supervision and Special Education component meetings.
• Plan and/or assist with activities for school vacations and summer school recreation program.
• Correct students’ classroom work. Review results with student and teacher.
• Understand and implement the school behavior management program.
• Design and implement individualized and group behavior management programs.
• Other responsibilities as designated by Special Education Teacher or Principal
• Implement pre-vocational/vocational activities.
• Any work assigned shall be related to the Employee’s normal duties, except for occasional emergencies.

• High School degree or GED
• Valid driver’s license
• Ability to handle children in crisis situations with safety and compassion
• Latham may be able to provide temporary individual housing based on availability

• Generous 5 weeks of Paid Time Off
• Top-notch health plans (with Latham covering the first 75% of the deductible through an HRA)
• Tuition reimbursement for continuous learning
• Childcare reimbursement
• 403(b) Retirement fund match (up to 5%)

Latham Centers, Inc. (Latham) provides equal opportunity for all individuals served and employed. Latham does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ancestry, national origin, ethnic group identification, religion, marital or parental status, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, age, veteran status, or any other category protected under applicable law in treatment or employment at Latham, admission or access to Latham, or any other aspect of the programs and activities that Latham operates.