Special Education Teaching Assistant
About The Position
Great Hearts Academies is committed to serving the students within our special education population in a manner that reflects and affirms their dignity and rightful participation within the larger student body. Through the use of consultation, resource, and inclusion models in a variety of academic environments, the Special Education team aims to provide support for students while working to ensure as much time as appropriate is spent within the general classroom. The Special Education Teaching Assistant is a non-certified assistant to the Special Education Program at the academy for both general education and special education resource classrooms. The assistant will work to support students in all settings on campus under the direction of and in collaboration with the certified Special Education teachers and General Education teachers. Additional duties may be included, depending on the experience and expertise of the candidate and the specific academy needs.
Requirements
- High school degree or higher
- Has experience in special education.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- US Work Authorization required.
- Must pass a criminal history background check and fingerprint clearance.
Nice To Haves
- Ideally, candidates will hold an associate's degree or higher
- Interest in reading great books.
- Educational Aide certification I, II, or III preferred.
Responsibilities
- Supports students in small groups or 1:1
- Assist students with assignments, homework, projects
- Understanding how to adapt materials and provide modifications to help students learn the material
- Help students understand the classroom rules and reinforce the classroom rules
- Monitor student behavior to ensure safety and appropriate interactions.
- Implement behavior management strategies
- Assist students with developing social skills, appropriate interactions, and positive behaviors
- Assist with de-escalating student behaviors and ask for support for General Education Teacher and Special Education Team Members as needed
- Reinforces SDI concepts that have already been in effect
- Help students with transitions and activities.
- Support students with personal hygiene needs such as toileting, feeding, and dressing
- Support students with mobility and adaptive equipment
- Provides general clerical support for the ESS Team
- Attend meetings and training sessions
- Help maintain a clean and organized work area
- Provide a supportive and positive learning environment
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
