Special Ed Associate-Jr/Sr High

7 work hours per day (schedule determined by building admin). 178 work days; beginning August 17, 2026 (days prorated if hired after the start of the year). Pay rate: $14.50 per hour. Reports to classroom teacher and building administration.

About the role

The special education classroom associate provides instructional, supervisory and behavioral support to students under the direction of the certified teaching staff and building principal. The associate contributes to a safe and effective learning environment by assisting the classroom teacher, working with small groups or individual students, and maintaining consistent expectations throughout the school day. A positive and encouraging attitude can greatly impact a student's learning experience and overall well-being.

Responsibilities

• Assist in setting up classroom routines and transitions, such as greeting students and ensuring that classroom technologies (e.g., Chromebooks) follow established guidelines.
• Inform the teacher promptly of observed behaviors needing further attention or that may require office intervention.
• Be familiar with established protocols for office-handled incidents.
• Work with classroom teachers to support students needing assistance.
• Assist in managing student behavior with positive behavior strategies.
• Follow classroom expectations from multiple teachers and building expectations from administration.
• Supervise and maintain discipline in the bus area, lunchroom, classrooms, traffic-congested areas, and during transitions.
• Help maintain a supportive and compassionate classroom climate.
• Ensure the safety and well-being of all students by executing school emergency procedures and protocols effectively during drills and real emergencies.
• Work patiently with maturing students, as they often have varying learning paces and may display impulsive or reactive behaviors.
• Help monitor student behavior and provide immediate redirection when minor incidents (e.g., brief disrespectful language, mild disruptions) occur.
• Work closely with administrative staff during incidents requiring escalation to ensure that appropriate office-handled protocols are followed.
• Model appropriate language and behavior, ensuring that all students adhere to the school's expectations for respectful dialogue.
• Follow and carry out student IEPs at the guidance of the special education teacher.
• Consult with the special education teacher on an ongoing basis.
• Assist students with mobility or physical needs as required.
• Monitor classroom technology to ensure that students use digital tools appropriately, in line with guidelines for using school technology to prevent misuse or misinterpretation of communication.

Requirements

• Establish a supportive and compassionate relationship with students, staff, and others contacted in the course of the work.
• Assist teachers and students in a variety of settings, including classrooms, small groups, and potential one-on-one situations.
• Supervise and maintain discipline in the bus area, lunchroom, classrooms, traffic-congested areas, and during transitions.
• Maintain confidentiality of information regarding students, employees, and families.

Pay

$14.50 per hour.

Schedule

7 work hours per day (schedule determined by building admin). 178 work days; beginning August 17, 2026 (days prorated if hired after the start of the year).