Empowerment-Driven Special Education Assistant

Seattle Public Schools; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CPR/First Aid training

Benefits eligibility after hours

Job summary

Seattle Public Schools is seeking a Special Education Assistant to support students with special needs in regular or self-contained classrooms. You will assist in implementing instructional plans, monitor behavior, and participate in IEP meetings as needed.

Responsibilities include adapting activities, collecting progress data, and coordinating with teachers and families to support each student's learning goals. A strong commitment to student safety and confidentiality is essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Paraeducator assessment or higher education credits acceptable.
• Ability to work with diverse learners and follow IEP goals.

Responsibilities

• Adapt classroom activities to support SPED students.
• Assist in evaluating student progress and organize needs.
• Administer first aid and medical assistance as required.
• Support students needing personal care due to medical conditions.
• Attend meetings and participate in IEP discussions.
• Collaborate with teachers and parents on progress.
• Direct and implement behavioral plans for students with disorders.
• Instruct students in activities to reinforce objectives.
• Maintain student files/attendance and adapt materials.
• Monitor safety in various school environments.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Student supervision

Communication

Confidentiality

Teamwork

Classroom assistance

Education

Paraeducator assessment

Associate degree or higher

72 quarter credits / 48 semester credits

Tools

Basic office software

Job description

Seattle Public Schools is seeking a Special Education Assistant to support students with special needs in regular or self-contained classrooms. You will assist in implementing instructional plans, monitor behavior, and participate in IEP meetings as needed.

Responsibilities include adapting activities, collecting progress data, and coordinating with teachers and families to support each student's learning goals. A strong commitment to student safety and confidentiality is essential.