Special Needs Assistant - Head Start Antlers

Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma • Antlers, OK

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About The Position

The Special Needs Assistant supports children with disabilities and developmental delays in all aspects of daily care. The role works with individual children and small groups, supporting safety, personal care, learning, communication, play, socialization, and motor development. The position reports to the Center Supervisor. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., at $14.50 per hour. Weekly earned wage access is available as an option.

Requirements

• Willingness to obtain a Paraprofessional Certification or specialized work-related credential.
• Some prior experience working with children who have a special need.

Responsibilities

• Monitor children's activities to ensure their safety.
• Assist children with personal care and hygiene.
• Assist children with feeding and teach self-help skills.
• Help teaching staff implement curriculum and individualized goals to promote growth and learning across developmental areas.
• Promote communication, play, and socialization between children with disabilities and other children in the classroom.
• Assist with gross motor activities, including grasping, holding objects, posture, crawling, walking, and running.
• Assist with fine motor activities, including playing with toys, cutting materials, and drawing.
• Work with individual children and in small groups.
• Attend IFSP and IEP meetings when needed.
• Administer medication when needed.
• Perform other responsibilities as assigned.

Benefits

• Weekly earned wage access is available as an option.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed