Join Our Team: Educational Assistant - Special Education
Make a Difference in the Lives of Students with Special Needs
We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Educational Assistant to support students with special needs in our inclusive and dynamic educational environment. As an Educational Assistant, you will play a vital role in providing individualized support, instruction, and care to students with diverse abilities, helping them to reach their full potential.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide instructional support to students in large groups, small groups, and one-on-one situations, adapting classroom work to meet individual needs
- Assist teachers in implementing lesson plans, developing students' daily living and behavioral skills, and providing special health care needs
- Maintain a safe and positive learning environment, monitoring individual students, classroom, and playground activities
- Perform record-keeping and basic clerical functions, scheduling, copying, and maintaining student files and records
- Develop materials for student IEP implementation, use progress monitoring tools, and collect student performance data
Requirements:
- Completed associate's degree or higher, or completed at least two years of study at an institution of higher education (72 college quarter hours or more)
- Prior job-related experience, paid or volunteer, with school-age children
- Criminal Justice Fingerprint Clearance and First Aid/CPR card and Bloodborne Pathogen training
- Knowledge of principles of child development, instructional practices, and basic clerical functions
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with students, teachers, and families from diverse backgrounds
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary range: $22.74 - $31.15 per hour
- Opportunity to work in a supportive and inclusive educational environment
- Professional development and growth opportunities
- Collaborative and dynamic team environment
How to Apply:
If you are passionate about supporting students with special needs and are committed to making a positive difference in their lives, please submit your application today. We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply, and we are committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming environment for all employees.
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