Join Boston Higashi School an internationally recognized leader in autism education as a Communication Teacher/SLP Assistant. In this role you will play a key part in helping students with Autism Spectrum Disorder develop essential communication and social skills through our innovative Daily Life Therapy methodology. If youre passionate about making a difference in students lives while working in a collaborative and dynamic environment wed love to hear from you!
Communication Teacher/SLP Assistant (Specializing in Autism Support)
JOB GOAL:
To design and deliver engaging communication lessons that empower students with Autism Spectrum Disorder to achieve greater independence and social success using the Daily Life Therapy approach
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Develop and conduct group communication lessons for classes within the assigned division.
- Assist SLP in conducting social skills groups as requested.
- Collaborate with SpeechLanguage Pathologist and Classroom Teacher in developing the communication portion of IEPs and individual student objectives.
- Support teachers with the implementation of communication objectives and language strategies within the classroom.
- Collaborate with teachers in the development of visual supports within the classroom and residential environment.
- Support classroom teachers with the teaching of Daily Life Therapy as needed (lunch snack changing time break time).
- Participate in all student activities including: extensive physical exercise various forms of exercise including lifting standing squatting and jogging one to three miles daily.
- Maintain an open honest and tactful relationship with parents and other individuals involved with the students.
- Maintain professionalism and confidentiality with parents and others.
- Attend daily division meetings IEP meetings and weekly communication meetings.
- Perform all other duties as assigned by Division Master Teacher Speech Language Pathologist and/or Director of Programming.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Experience working with students with Autism Spectrum Disorder preferred
- Bachelors Degree in Communication Disorders or Special Education preferred
- Must possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Must be able to work in a multicultural environment
If youre ready to make a meaningful impact on students lives while advancing your career in autism education apply today! We look forward to welcoming you to our dedicated team at Boston Higashi School.
IncredibleBenefits for FullTime Employees
- Paid Vacation
- 2 Weeks Sick/Personal time
- Paid Holidays
- Health and Dental Insurance at lowcostwith low deductibles/copayments
- Tuition Reimbursement
- 403(b) Retirement Plan with Matching
- Life Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Pretax Dependent Care Reimbursement Account
- Pretax Medical Reimbursement Account
- AFLAC