Autism Education Support Assistant

Gersh Autism; Issaquah (WA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental &amp

Retirement Plan (401k matching)

Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary &

Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)

Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

Training & Development

Job summary

Gersh Autism seeks a dedicated Teaching Assistant to support teachers in Issaquah, Washington. You will assist in delivering academic subjects and life skills, and help implement ABA-based strategies and IEPs/BIPs under supervision.

Work hours are Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–3:45 PM, in a school/classroom setting. The role requires prior TA experience and preference for candidates with autism experience; associate degree preferred.

Qualifications

• Prior experience as a Teaching Assistant is required.
• Experience working with children on the Autism Spectrum preferred.
• Associate’s degree preferred.
• Teaching Assistant Skills Test (ATAS) a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support the teacher in utilizing effective methods such as ABA or Collaborative Problem Solving.
• Create a positive learning environment by displaying student work.
• Maintain a safe classroom environment for students.
• Assist in planning and executing lessons tailored to individual needs.
• Modify materials to ensure effective learning.
• Keep accurate student records and write annual reports.
• Support IEPs and BIP implementation for each student.
• Administer assessments to track progress and identify concerns.
• Collaborate with speech, occupational, psychology, and other therapists.

Skills

Teaching Assistant experience

Autism spectrum experience

Education

Associate’s degree preferred

Job description

Gersh Autism seeks a dedicated Teaching Assistant to support teachers in Issaquah, Washington. You will assist in delivering academic subjects and life skills, and help implement ABA-based strategies and IEPs/BIPs under supervision.

Work hours are Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–3:45 PM, in a school/classroom setting. The role requires prior TA experience and preference for candidates with autism experience; associate degree preferred.