Weisser Park | 5.5hr Emotional Disability 1:1 Special Education Assistant

PURPOSE

Aid teachers with various instructional, clerical, and student management tasks for special education students in either special education or general classrooms.

Work Schedule

School year
Work Hours: Shifts typically between 7:15am and 3:30pm, with exact times varying based on school needs and position hours.

Benefits

• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• Basic Term Life Insurance
• Optional Direct Primary Care Plan
• Variety of Optional Supplemental Benefits
• Public Pension for positions working more than 6 hours per day

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Previous experience working with students with special needs preferred
• Flexible to meet changing student needs
• Strong tutorial skills
• Ability to relate well with students, staff, and parents
• Desire to see young people succeed
• Positive attitude and ability to work independently
• Strong office computer and communication skills
• Knowledge of child guidance principles and practices
• Basic instructional methods and techniques
• Willingness to supervise students in community settings
• Participation in Special Education Department training
• Two years of college experience from an accredited college, a two-year college degree, passed the Para-Pro Assessment, one year or 1,000 hours of previous employment in a school or working with children, completed annual school-level evaluations, and completed 48 credit hours of college level classes from an accredited college, or Child Development Associate (CDA) credentials for being considered highly-qualified.

Full Position Description

Special Education Assistant - Assist teachers with a variety of instructional, clerical, and student management tasks for special education students in either special education or general classrooms. Duties include supporting teachers in classroom activities, managing student behavior, assisting with assignments, and providing individualized attention to students as needed. This role requires flexibility to adapt to the changing needs of students and a strong foundation in child guidance principles and basic instructional methods. Candidates should demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills, as well as the ability to work independently and collaboratively with both students and staff. The position also involves supervising students in community settings and participating in ongoing professional development opportunities provided by the Special Education Department.