Amherst Regional High School

21 Mattoon Street, Amherst, MA 01003
https://arps.org/arhs

Populations served

Specialized programs for students who present with highly complicated learning profiles and educational needs that require a significant degree of program coordination and service. These students may have one or more disabilities in any of the following areas: Autism, Communication Impairment, Developmental Delay, Health Impairment, Intellectual Impairment, Neurological Impairment, Physical Impairment, Sensory Impairment, and / or Specific Learning Disabilities. These programs provide support and services to students with significant needs within the least restrictive setting while focusing on the individual needs of the students. 

Pathways to Independence Program – for students in grades 9 – 12

Connections – for transition age students (age 18-22)

Location(s) of internship sites

Amherst Regional High School (21 Mattoon Street, Amherst, MA 01003) and community outings in the Amherst area

Accessible by Public Transportation?

Yes

General job description of what an intern might do

Assist one or more students with access to modified functional academic, lifeskills, and/or social skills curriculum.  Support may be classroom or community based.  Direction, support, and supervision will be provided by Special Education teacher.   

The types of professionals you’ll work with

Special education teachers, Speech-language pathologists, Occupational Therapists, Adjustment counselors, Transition Coordinator, Board Certified Behavior Analyst

Expected availability

Part-time internship placements available; scheduling based on ARHS class schedules (TBD); Semester or Full Year Internships available; Contact ARHS Special Education administrator (below) for more information.

Agency Contact 

Chris Kusek
kusekc@arps.org