Assistant Teacher — Small Groups, Diverse Learners, Growth

FullBloom; Bloomington (IL); Hybrid; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401(k) with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development

Job summary

Specialized Education Services, Inc. (SESI), a division of FullBloom, is seeking an assistant teacher to support K-12 students with special needs in an in-district or standalone setting.

You will work with diverse learners, lead small groups, and partner with teachers to implement individualized instruction, monitor progress, and ensure student safety and engagement within SESI’s PBIS framework.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; college experience or bachelor’s degree highly preferred.
• Experience working with students with special needs in an educational setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Work with a diverse group of students from varying developmental, cultural, ethnic, racial, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Lead small group instruction implementing SESI’s academic rotational model.
• Partner with the teacher to provide customized behavior and academic support and conduct assessments.
• Reinforce learning by assigning tasks, using data to choose materials, and conducting one-on-one tutorials.
• Assist with large group activities, grading, and providing accommodations and modifications as necessary.
• Utilize behavior support and intervention strategies, including crisis management when needed.
• Support daily plans and track student growth toward academic, social, and emotional goals.
• Supervise students and coordinate with staff to ensure safety and progress.

Skills

Experience with diverse learners

Collaborative teaching

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Specialized Education Services, Inc. (SESI), a division of FullBloom, is seeking an assistant teacher to support K-12 students with special needs in an in-district or standalone setting.

You will work with diverse learners, lead small groups, and partner with teachers to implement individualized instruction, monitor progress, and ensure student safety and engagement within SESI’s PBIS framework.