Teacher Assistant - Special Educaiton

Location: Farmington High School • Close date: 08/24/2026

About the role

Under the general supervision of the special education teacher, the special education teacher assistant supports the implementation of student IEP's (Individualized Education Programs) by assisting the teacher in five areas of service: instructional support, management and supervision support, personal support, assessment support, and material management.

This is a classified, essential-elements-unit position at Farmington High School: 5.9 hours per day, 174 days per year.

Position may require lifting, feeding programs, simple sign/signal communication, and medical procedures including but not limited to gastrostomy tube feeding, catheterization, and diapering of adult-size students.

Pay

Salary Grade 8 – $22.03 per hour (Support Salary Table 2026-2027). Promotions result in a minimum 5% increase.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent education and/or experience.
• District in-service training (required after hiring).
• Basic knowledge of academic subjects.
• Substitution or equivalent experience preferred.
• The specific skills required depend upon the assignment, the student's needs and IEP, and the established procedures of the supervising professional.

The following is required for Title One schools:

• The equivalent of two years (48 semester hours) full-time education at an institution of higher education; or an associate's degree; or the ability to pass a Utah State Office of Education approved Para-Professional Test.