Assistant Teacher

Specialized Education Services•Glendale, AZ

About The Position

Specialized Education Services, Inc. (SESI), a division of FullBloom, provides education services for K–12 students who need additional support to succeed in traditional school settings. SESI partners with school districts to operate in-district classrooms and standalone schools serving students with special and alternative education needs. The Assistant Teacher collaborates with teachers to deliver individualized academic, behavioral, and social-emotional support, often working with small groups of students. The role includes monitoring student behavior and progress, communicating with parents, and reinforcing learning and skills. SESI uses evidence-based instructional models, including its CASE positive behavioral interventions and support framework. The position requires physical activity to respond to student needs and support student mobility, and may involve crisis management or physical restraint when necessary to maintain safety. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

Requirements

High school diploma.
Ability to run short distances and move swiftly, including bending, kneeling, and crouching.
Ability to lift and assist students with mobility challenges, often handling up to 50 pounds or more.
Ability to perform fine motor tasks, such as helping students write, manipulate small objects, or use adaptive devices.
Ability to operate a computer or tablet for up to 8 hours daily.
Capacity to notice and respond to students’ non-verbal cues.
Capacity to remain calm and composed during physically and emotionally demanding situations.

Nice To Haves

College experience or a bachelor’s degree.
Experience working with students with special needs in an educational setting.

Responsibilities

Work with students from diverse developmental, cultural, ethnic, racial, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
Lead small-group instruction using the SESI academic rotational model.
Partner with the teacher to provide customized behavior and academic support and conduct formal and informal assessments.
Reinforce teacher-introduced materials and skills by assigning relevant tasks, using data to select appropriate materials, and completing one-on-one tutorials.
Assist with large-group activities, grading, independent study or enrichment activities, and accommodations or modifications.
Use behavior support and intervention strategies.
Implement de-escalation techniques, crisis management, and physical restraint when necessary to maintain the safety of students and staff.
Support the creation and implementation of daily plans.
Document and track student growth and progress toward academic, social, and emotional goals.
Supervise students and ensure they are monitored, including while moving to and from school locations.
Collaborate with teachers, other assistant teachers, and related service providers to address students’ needs.