FOR KIDS ONLY AFTERSCHOOL INCORPORATED
Location
Chelsea, Massachusetts
Salary
$50 - $50 / HOUR
Provide individualized attention and specialized instruction to students with IEPs to ensure their full participation in enrichment activities. Collaborate with school faculty and behavioral health coordinators to implement inclusive afterschool support plans.
Requires a 4-year degree in Education, Social Work, or a related human services field. Preference is given to candidates with Massachusetts Special Education certification and the ability to pass a criminal background check.
Work directly with the children and staff to expand in-class supports, reduce adult-child ratios and provide specialized instruction necessary to engage children with IEPs, while also ensuring the needs of typically developing children are appropriately met. Offer assistance to students during enrichment classes, including small group and one-on-one instruction for those with IEPs who are having difficulty fully participating. Model effective homework completion practices for Site Coordinator and Group Leaders to allow them to adapt their own homework and enrichment activities to be more inclusive whenever appropriate. Review IEPs to ensure that in-school intervention plans are transferred into Afterschool Support Plans. Consult with FKO's Behavioral Health Coordinator to develop specific accommodations as needed. Work with school personnel, school administration, FKO Site Director and District Director Report to the Site Director for daily responsibilities. Perform all other duties that the Executive Director deems necessary. Qualifications Education and Experience in the following: Social Work, Education, Mental Health, Special Education, Family Work, and/or Human Services; Massachusetts Special Education certification preferred; Ability to promote strategies for inclusion and behavior modification; Familiarity of out-of-school time programing; and Must pass Massachusetts criminal background check.
Market context
In Massachusetts, Inclusion Specialist roles are typically driven by school districts’ need to support students with diverse learning and behavioral needs in general education settings. These positions can be competitive because employers often prefer candidates with a relevant bachelor’s degree, Massachusetts Special Education certification, and a clean background check. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then tailor your application to show classroom support experience and readiness to collaborate with teachers and families.
Behavior Technician
Bilingual (Spanish) Family Partner for Family Child Care
Behavior Technician
Parents As Teachers CHW - Spanish Speaking
Behavioral Health Coordinator-Bi-Lingual Spanish (Required)
XLC School Counseling Intern
VTL Coach (Small Group Training)
3rd-8th Grade ESS Resource Teacher
CCPA - Open Rank Faculty, Physician Assistant Studies
Preschool Teacher- All Ages
High school - Program assistant sy26/27
Childcare Lead Teacher - After School