Teacher Assistant Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• High school degree or higher.
• Experience in special education.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Successful completion of a criminal history background check and fingerprint clearance in accordance with state requirements.
• Ability to perform physical functions including standing, sitting, repetitive hand and body movements, bending, squatting, and reaching; may need to move or position equipment weighing up to approximately 15 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• Associate’s degree or higher is preferred.
• Educational Aide certification I, II, or III is preferred.
• Interest in reading great books.

Responsibilities

• Support students individually or in small groups with assignments, homework, and projects.
• Adapt materials and provide modifications to help students learn.
• Help students understand classroom rules and reinforce those rules.
• Monitor student behavior to promote safety and appropriate interactions.
• Implement behavior management strategies and reinforce SDI concepts already in effect.
• Help students develop social skills, appropriate interactions, and positive behaviors.
• Assist with de-escalating student behaviors and request support from General Education teachers and Special Education team members as needed.
• Help students with transitions and activities.
• Support students with personal hygiene needs, including toileting, feeding, and dressing.
• Support students with mobility and adaptive equipment.
• Provide 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.