Educational Assistant - Special Education

About the Role

Tomorrow's Children is a residential treatment center with a school on grounds. There are two Educational Assistant positions available. Under the direction of the special education teacher, you will assist students in recitation, reading, and other curriculum tasks, guiding and helping them without directly teaching. You will work with small groups to reinforce material initially introduced by the teacher, utilizing education behavioral programs aligned with academic and IEP goals for each student.

Responsibilities

• Ensure fidelity of the education program while patiently supporting student learning and engagement through trauma-informed care and restorative practices.
• Assume a supervisory role over students when the classroom teacher is out of the room.
• Communicate vital student information to the teacher immediately and professionally.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding student-specific information.
• Develop, maintain, and regularly update documentation for each student, including classroom binders, student education portfolios, behavioral reports, intervention documentation, attendance, and engagement records.
• Support testing and assessment taking as assigned.
• Organize and/or assist with planning special events, off-ground trips/field trips, and other outings.
• Ensure enrichment activities are available for all students.
• Track inventory of school, classroom, and curriculum supplies, reporting low inventory for ordering.
• Maintain clean, organized, safe, and orderly classrooms and workspaces, ensuring they remain clutter-free for safety during escalation or crisis.
• Attend Education Meetings, Teacher Meetings, and other meetings as requested by Administration.
• Physically protect students in situations of imminent danger.
• Keep training and certification up to date, including Children’s First Aid & CPR, Fire Safety, CCG, etc.
• Complete general cleaning duties as assigned.

Benefits

• 401(k) matching
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Free food & snacks
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Signing bonus
• Training & development
• Vision insurance
• Wellness resources