Exceptional Education Assistant

Chattacademy; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full health benefits

Retirement benefits

Emphasis on professional development

Job summary

A regional educational institution in Chattanooga is seeking an enthusiastic Assistant Teacher for their Exceptional Education program. This role involves supporting the lead teacher in delivering personalized instruction to students with diverse learning needs. Ideal candidates will have strong communication skills and a commitment to fostering an inclusive classroom. The position offers a starting salary of $30,000 and opportunities for year-over-year raises, as well as comprehensive health benefits and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Experience working with students with exceptionalities preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• A commitment to fostering an inclusive classroom environment.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with teachers, staff, and families.
• Bilingual candidates highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support the lead Exceptional Education Teacher in delivering tailored instruction.
• Provide accommodations to students with diverse learning needs.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Ability to collaborate

Education

Background in education or related field

Job description

ChattAcademy Community School is looking for an enthusiastic and compassionate Assistant Teacher for our Exceptional Education program. In this role, you will support the lead Exceptional Education Teacher in delivering tailored instruction and accommodations to students with diverse learning needs. This position offers an excellent opportunity to make a positive impact on students’ educational experiences and help them thrive in a supportive environment.

The ideal candidate will possess:

• Experience working with students with exceptionalities preferred
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• A commitment to fostering an inclusive and supportive classroom environment
• Ability to collaborate effectively with teachers, staff, and families
• A background in education or related field is advantageous
• Bilingual candidates highly preferred

ChattAcademy offers leaders the unique opportunity to dream, imagine, create, and shift the narrative around public education. We offer the chance to design a public education opportunity that meets the immediate and future needs of students and families in our community. We offer:

• Daily time built into your schedule to re-imagine “schooling”
• A focus on innovation and student, family, and community responsiveness
• An opportunity to be a part of an unprecedented public education model
• The only public, bilingual school in East Tennessee; the only school in the state offering bilingual learning to Middle and High School students
• Problem-solving based learning opportunities and our hallmark “Problems” course
• Village based approach to character development and holistic student supports
• Place-based learning that utilizes the experts and leaders in Chattanooga

Benefits:

• Starting salary of $30,000; eligibility for year-over-year raises based on performance
• Full health and retirement benefits
• Emphasis on professional development weekly, monthly, and yearly