Empowering Special Education Assistant - Daily Impact

South St; Middle School; On-site; AUD 30,307 - 39,950; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

HealthPartners coverage for medical &d

403(b) retirement with district match

TRA or PERA Retirement Association

Flexible spending account

Paid time off and leave benefits

Job summary

South St Paul MS is seeking a Special Education Assistant to support students with disabilities at Middle School. The role involves supervising arrival/dismissal, assisting with self-care tasks as directed by case managers, and helping implement IEP/BIP-driven instructions.

You will assist with instructional support, data collection, and progress documentation while maintaining confidentiality and collaborating with teachers and families to promote student success.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of data privacy rules related to student information.
• Basic knowledge of routine computer operations (email, internet, word processing).
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions accurately.
• Basic tech skills for tasks and documentation.
• Collaborative skills to work with staff and families.
• Ability to work positively with children with disabilities.
• Ability to support students with behavioral challenges.
• Ability to be a cooperative team member with staff and parents.
• Maintain confidentiality and data privacy practices.

Responsibilities

• Assist students during arrival and dismissal, including bus loading/unloading and supervision.
• Support students with self-care needs per IEPs.
• Monitor student behavior and implement interventions.
• Assist in delivering instruction with modifications or accommodations.
• Support specialized programs (e.g., SUN, EBD) and interventions.
• Follow IEPs and BIPs with fidelity.
• Ensure safety and appropriate social behavior during recess and unstructured activities.
• Collect data, assist with assessments, and record progress toward goals.
• Maintain records related to IEP services, billing, and progress reports.
• Communicate with teachers, case managers, and team members to coordinate services.
• Participate in trainings, follow policies, maintain attendance, and foster inclusive relationships.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

IEP & BIP adherence

Student supervision

Data privacy awareness

Communication skills

Collaboration with staff

Behavior support

Documentation

Adaptability

Disability inclusion

Tools

Basic computer ops

Job description

South St Paul MS is seeking a Special Education Assistant to support students with disabilities at Middle School. The role involves supervising arrival/dismissal, assisting with self-care tasks as directed by case managers, and helping implement IEP/BIP-driven instructions.

You will assist with instructional support, data collection, and progress documentation while maintaining confidentiality and collaborating with teachers and families to promote student success.