Teacher Assistant-Special Education

Location: Columbia Elementary

Close Date: Open until filled

Summary

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.

Schedule

• 5.9 hours per day
• 9 months

Pay

• Salary Grade 7 - $20.98 per hour (Support Salary Table 2026-2027)
• Promotions result in a minimum 5% increase

Responsibilities

The special education teacher assistant supports the implementation of student IEPs by assisting the teacher in the following areas:

• Instructional support
• Management and supervision support
• Personal support
• Assessment support
• Materials management

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
• The specific skills required depend upon the assignment, the student's needs and IEP, and the established procedures of the supervising professional

Qualifications (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