One:One Aide, Early Education
Aspire Developmental Services
Join our team as a 1:1 Aide - work with an individual student throughout the day as assigned by teacher. Accompany student to designated areas and implements educational, therapeutic and behavioral plans as directed by program. Function as a positive contributing member of the classroom, assisting in classroom maintenance including; nurturing and coaching all children, maintaining order and classroom cleanliness.
Responsibilities:
- Work with individual student throughout the day as assigned by the teacher.
- Supervises assigned child at all times (with the exception of lunch break, meetings and/or training), including during busing and transitional activities.
- For assigned child, implements educational, therapeutic and behavioral plans under the direct supervision of the special education teachers, therapy staff, psychologist and input from early education teacher.
- Functions as a positive, contributing member of the classroom team.
- Responsible for meeting the toileting needs of child, including changing diapers, teaching good hygiene, keeping a supply of pampers and extra clothing for each child at school.
- Maintaining classroom cleanliness.
- Ensuring the children's care and safety by maintaining a safe environment and being aware of allergies and health conditions.
Education and Experience:
- Highschool Diploma, post-secondary education preferred with background in special education
- Experience working with children under the age of 5 years old.
- Ability to communicate effectively with students, families, staff, management, and third-party partners.
- Must meet the Commonwealth of Massachusetts requirements for teacher's aide mandated by the Department of Early Education during first year on employment
