2026-27 TA 2 - Inclusion - Harding Sr. High School

About the role

The Teaching Assistant 2 positions at Harding Senior High School are aimed at supporting students with disabilities in general education settings. These roles involve assisting with Individualized Educational Plans (IEPs), 504 Plans, Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs), and sensory plans. Additionally, they assist in implementing functional skills training and maintaining school facilities.

Responsibilities

• Aid in implementing student IEPs, 504 Plans, BIPs, and sensory plans.
• Support the inclusion of students with disabilities in general education classrooms and environments.
• Record data on students' IEP objectives and BIPs for monitoring and adjusting programs.
• Assist students with completing functional skills such as feeding, dressing, toileting, and other self-help activities.
• Maintain toileting areas and equipment.
• Set up meal areas and equipment.
• Work with teachers to provide communication system therapy and discipline across the school day and in all environments.
• Be mobile and move around classrooms and the school to meet the varied needs of students.
• Complete third-party billing daily.
• Implement positive behavioral interventions and de-escalation strategies to avoid conflicts.
• Be trained in Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) and use appropriate physical intervention techniques only when necessary.
• Support students during field trips.

Other requirements

• Train in Special Education Orientation.
• Train and maintain NVCI and bus safety certifications and CPR.
• May require bus duty, including helping students with disabilities board and exit the bus, ensuring safety, and implementing behavior intervention plans.

Work schedule, pay, and benefits

This is a 10-month position working 35 hours per week. The pay range for this position is $21.63 - $26.28 TA2, with a maximum hiring step of Step Four (4). The full salary schedule is detailed in the Teaching Assistant contract. Benefits include medical insurance, life insurance, sick leave, pension plan, tax-free retirement account, and flexible spending account. Some employee groups also receive vacation, dental insurance, and disability insurance. New employees are eligible for benefits after 30 days of active employment.

How to apply

To be considered for this position, applicants should apply online and attach a resume and cover letter to their application. Additional documents can be uploaded through the online application system. The Human Resource Department will review applications and contact candidates for further steps.

Other information

Unofficial transcripts are accepted at the time of hire, with official transcripts required within 30 days of starting. Formal credential evaluations are needed for post-secondary education completed outside the U.S. Veteran's Preference is available for eligible veterans upon request. Reference checks and a criminal background investigation are conducted as a condition of hire for all new employees and former employees returning to work after more than six months.