Teacher Assistant - Special Education Preschool

Location: Kaysville Elementary • Close date: 07/27/2026

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.

Schedule

• 3.9 hours per day
• 9-month position

Pay

• Salary Grade 6 – $19.98 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 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

Additional requirements for Title One schools

• Two years (48 semester hours) of 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