Empowering Teaching Assistant - Special Needs Support

Easterseals Arkansas; Stuttgart (AR); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Easterseals Arkansas is seeking a Teaching Assistant/Paraprofessional to support individuals with physical, developmental, and intellectual disabilities under a teacher's supervision. You will implement treatment plans, model appropriate behavior, and assist with personal care needs to help students achieve goals.

The role requires teamwork, strong communication, and adherence to documented plans and safety procedures.

Qualifications

• Minimum High School diploma or GED.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Good organizational skills.
• Good written and verbal communication.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with individuals with diverse ability levels and staff.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction and support to individuals with disabilities under supervision.
• Maintain staff-to-individual ratio at all times.
• Assist with assessment of progress and implement treatment plans.
• Adapt activities and materials to support goals and objectives.
• Document progress, health and safety records as required.

Skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Good organizational skills

Good written and verbal communication

Self-directed

Diversity, equity, and inclusiveness

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Easterseals Arkansas is seeking a Teaching Assistant/Paraprofessional to support individuals with physical, developmental, and intellectual disabilities under a teacher's supervision. You will implement treatment plans, model appropriate behavior, and assist with personal care needs to help students achieve goals.

The role requires teamwork, strong communication, and adherence to documented plans and safety procedures.