Assistant Teacher - Special Education (Small Groups)

Specialized Education Services, Inc.; Laurel (DE); On-site; USD 24,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Specialized Education Services, Inc. (SESI) is seeking an assistant teacher to support small groups of students and collaborate with the classroom teacher.

You will monitor student progress, reinforce learning, and help implement SESI’s instructional model in a safe, inclusive setting. The role involves assisting with behavior support, assessments, and daily plans, while engaging with diverse learners and families.

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 as you implement the SESI academic rotational model.
• Partner with the teacher in providing customized behavior and academic support and conducting formal and informal assessments.
• Reinforce students’ learning of teacher-introduced materials and skills by assigning relevant tasks, using data to determine appropriate materials, and completing one‑on‑one tutorials.
• Assist the teacher with large group activities, grading work, guiding independent study or enrichment activities, and providing accommodations and modifications as necessary.
• Utilize behavior support and intervention strategies and help maintain a safe, supportive classroom environment.

Skills

Experience with special needs students

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Specialized Education Services, Inc. (SESI) is seeking an assistant teacher to support small groups of students and collaborate with the classroom teacher.

You will monitor student progress, reinforce learning, and help implement SESI’s instructional model in a safe, inclusive setting. The role involves assisting with behavior support, assessments, and daily plans, while engaging with diverse learners and families.