Compassionate Special Ed Assistant | IEP Support

Seattle Public Schools; Washington; On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Seattle Public Schools is seeking a Special Education Assistant/ISE-203 to support students with special needs in general or self-contained classrooms, assisting with IEP implementation and attending IEP meetings.

The role involves adapting activities, administering materials, providing basic first aid, assisting with personal care, and collaborating with teachers and parents to monitor progress and ensure a safe, positive learning environment across school settings.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; PESB paraeducator assessment may be used to meet qualification.
• Possesses or completes required coursework/credentials as listed for paraeducators.
• Experience or training in instructional support and behavior management is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Adapts classroom activities under teacher direction to involve all students.
• Administers materials and assignments to support progress and organization.
• Administers first aid and provides basic medical assistance as required.
• Assists students with personal care needs as needed for safe participation.
• Attends meetings and trainings to stay informed on job duties and updates.
• Confers with teachers and parents to report student progress and implement IEP objectives.
• Directs and implements behavioral plans for students with behavioral needs.
• Instructs students in activities to support instructional goals and remediation.
• Maintains instructional materials and records for accessibility and accuracy.
• Monitors students in various school settings to ensure safety and a positive learning environment.

Skills

Safety practices

Office equipment

Record keeping

Education

High school diploma

PESB paraeducator assessment

Associate degree or higher

72 quarter credits or 48 semester credits

Paraeducator apprenticeship

Job description

Seattle Public Schools is seeking a Special Education Assistant/ISE-203 to support students with special needs in general or self-contained classrooms, assisting with IEP implementation and attending IEP meetings.

The role involves adapting activities, administering materials, providing basic first aid, assisting with personal care, and collaborating with teachers and parents to monitor progress and ensure a safe, positive learning environment across school settings.