Teacher Assistant, Special Education - Therapeutic Learning Center (TLC)

WAYLAND PUBLIC SCHOOLS

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR

JOB POSTING

Position: Teacher Assistant, Special Education - Therapeutic Learning Center (TLC)

Position Summary: Wayland Public Schools is seeking compassionate and dedicated Teaching Assistants to support students in the Therapeutic Learning Center (TLC) Program. The TLC serves students whose social, emotional, and behavioral needs impact their ability to access the educational environment successfully.

Under the supervision of the TLC Lead Teacher and in collaboration with counselors, BCBAs, and related service providers, Teaching Assistants provide direct student support while promoting academic, social-emotional, and behavioral growth.

Responsibilities

• Support students in TLC and general education settings
• Reinforce academic, social-emotional, behavioral, and executive functioning skills
• Assist students with self-regulation, coping, problem-solving, and social skills
• Implement behavior support plans and classroom interventions
• Use positive reinforcement and de-escalation strategies
• Support transitions, classroom activities, lunch, specials, and field trips
• Collect and share student progress data
• Assist with classroom organization and instructional materials
• Collaborate with educators, counselors, and related service providers
• Maintain confidentiality and a safe, supportive learning environment
• Perform other duties as assigned

Professional Development

The TLC Program provides ongoing support and training, including:

• Weekly staff training and coaching
• Social-emotional learning and behavior management strategies
• Trauma-informed practices
• Positive reinforcement and de-escalation techniques
• Student-specific training and support plans
• Annual Safety Care certification

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; associate''s or bachelor''s degree preferred
• Experience working with children or adolescents preferred
• Experience supporting students with social, emotional, or behavioral needs strongly preferred
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging

Schedule & Compensation

Hours: 30.08 hours per week

Schedule:

• Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday: 7:45 AM - 2:30 PM
• Wednesday: 7:30 AM - 1:35 PM

Salary: $25.63 - $33.89 per hour

Wayland Public Schools (WPS) provides a desirable benefits package for full-time employees which include: health, employer sponsored Health Savings Account, dental, vision, long-term disability, life insurance, 403(b), Dependent Care Account, Flexible Spending Accounts, and participation in retirement pension boards.

WPS is an equal opportunity employer committed to the fullest extent to the principle of the dignity of all people and of their labors and will take action to ensure that any individual within the District who is responsible for hiring and/or personnel supervision understands that applicants are employed, assigned, and promoted without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, ancestry, military status, disability or pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition. Every available opportunity will be taken in order to assure that each applicant for a position is selected on the basis of qualifications, merit and ability. WPS is proudly a member district of the Massachusetts Partnership for Diversity in Education dedicated to creating an inclusive, supportive and equitable educational community. WPS encourages candidates of all backgrounds and seeks applicants who prioritize and value diversity, equity, and belonging.