Teacher Assistant - Special Education

Location: Wasatch Elementary
Close date: August 24, 2026

About the role

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

Responsibilities

• Provide instructional support to students as outlined in their IEPs
• Assist with classroom management and supervision
• Offer personal support to students with special needs
• Support assessment activities as directed by the special education teacher
• Manage and prepare instructional materials
• May require physical ability to restrain students

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent education and/or experience
• District inservice training (required after hiring)
• Basic knowledge of academic subjects
• Substitution or equivalent experience preferred
• Specific skills required depend on the assignment, student needs, IEP, and established procedures of the supervising professional

Qualifications for Title One Schools

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

Pay

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

Schedule

5.9 hours per day, 9 months (school year)