Brentwood | 4hr Pre-K Special Education Assistant | NAEYC | 2026-2027 School Year

PURPOSE

Aid in providing care supervision and learning activities to preschool-age children in a classroom setting; assist with planning and implementing activities tailored to the needs and interests of special education students.

Work Schedule

School year
Work Hours: Shifts typically between 7:15am and 3:30pm, with exact times varying based on school needs and position hours.

Benefits

• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• Basic Term Life Insurance
• Optional Direct Primary Care Plan
• Variety of Optional Supplemental Benefits
• Public Pension for positions working more than 6 hours per day

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Previous experience working with students with special needs preferred
• Flexible to meet changing student needs
• Strong tutorial skills
• Ability to relate well with students, staff, and parents
• Positive attitude and ability to work independently
• Strong office computer and communication skills
• Knowledge of child guidance principles and instructional methods
• Willingness to supervise students in community settings
• Participation in Special Education Department training
• Preferably highly-qualified candidate

Required Education and Certifications

• Two years of college experience from an accredited college
• A two-year college degree from an accredited college
• Pass the Para-Pro Assessment
• One year or 1,000 hours of previous employment in a school or working with children
• Annual school-level evaluations completed
• 48 credit hours of college level classes from an accredited college
• Child Development Associate (CDA) credentials from the Council for Professional Recognition
• CDA Credential equivalent as defined by NAEYC (at least 12 college credits in early childhood education, child development, elementary education, or early childhood special education)
• An associate's degree in early childhood education, child development, elementary education, or early childhood special education

Additional Information

If selected for an interview, candidates must provide proof of education at the time of interview.

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