Autism Support Teaching Assistant | IEP & Behavior Data

SASED; Clarendon Hills (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

SASED in Illinois is seeking a Teaching Assistant to support students with disabilities by implementing individualized education programs (IEPs) under the direction of certified staff, fostering a safe and inclusive learning environment, and promoting student independence, engagement, and success within the school setting.

Responsibilities include data collection for progress, coordinating behavioral interventions, and assisting with 1:1, small group, or whole-class instruction while maintaining

Qualifications

• ParaProfessional Certification required.
• Knowledge/Experience of best-practice approaches for students with autism including: verbal behavior, (PECS) Picture Exchange Communication System, Structured Teaching.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and assist students as needed in their daily routines across classroom activities and/or settings.
• Assist in collecting data for behavioral or academic progress.
• Initiate and follow through with behavioral interventions as designated and demonstrated by the classroom teacher.
• Communicate with all team members in an appropriate manner regarding student progress and/or concerns.
• Participate in planning meetings regarding classroom curricular expectations as well as student needs across all developmental areas.
• Lead and/or facilitate teaching of individuals in 1:1, small group, or whole class instruction.
• Assist individual students as necessary to follow routines, follow directions, follow an individual schedule, and/or complete tasks.
• Monitor students at all times including on/off the bus, lunch, and times of transition.

Skills

Verbal behavior

PECS

Structured Teaching

Education

ParaProfessional Certification

Job description

SASED in Illinois is seeking a Teaching Assistant to support students with disabilities by implementing individualized education programs (IEPs) under the direction of certified staff, fostering a safe and inclusive learning environment, and promoting student independence, engagement, and success within the school setting.

Responsibilities include data collection for progress, coordinating behavioral interventions, and assisting with 1:1, small group, or whole-class instruction while maintaining