Join the Thoreau Elementary Team!Thoreau Elementary School is seeking a caring enthusiastic Special Education Assistant to join our dedicated community of educators. We are especially interested in candidates with experience in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and a background in supporting students with Autism Spectrum Disorders and Developmental Delays in school settings. At Thoreau our core valuesCommunity Academic Excellence Respect Effort and Safetyguide everything we do. We are looking for someone who is committed to these values and eager to make a meaningful difference in the lives of position offers the opportunity to work closely with individual students in a substantially separate elementary classroom providing one-on-one support through discrete trial instruction and ABA-based interventions. Under the guidance of a BCBA and special educators the assistant will collect data implement behavior plans and help students generalize academic and social skills across school are a collaborative student-centered school where all staff are valued members of the team. If youre passionate about helping children grow learn and thriveand you believe in the power of patience encouragement and joy in educationwed love to hear from Qualifications:Experience with discrete trial teaching and ABA practicesFamiliarity with Verbal Behavior (not required)Bachelors degree preferredPrior work with students with ASD or developmental delaysEssential Responsibilities:Provide 1:1 discrete trial instruction to students requiring ABA programmingImplement and collect data on academic and behavioral interventionsCollaborate with and receive feedback from BCBAs and special educatorsSupport students in generalizing skills across environmentsMaintain a positive respectful and safe classroom atmosphereHours:Monday Tuesday Thursday Friday: 8:45 AM 3:30 PMWednesday: 8:45 AM 12:30 PMEqual Opportunity Employer Statement:Concord Public Schools is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination and harassment. We do not discriminate on the basis of race color religion sex gender identity national origin age sexual orientation disability or any other status protected by law. We value diversity and strongly encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply.