Full-Time Special Education Assistant (Autism & ID)

Universal Health Services; South Boston (VA); Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision plans

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Free meals

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

The Hughes Educational Center seeks a dedicated Teacher Assistant at the South Boston Day School to support students with specialized programming and low student-to-teacher ratios. The role involves structured supervision, documentation, and collaboration with teachers to advance social and academic goals.

The position is full-time with comprehensive benefits and opportunities to contribute to individualized education plans, while maintaining professional boundaries and effective communication

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old.
• High School Diploma or equivalent; Bachelor's in Human Services preferred.
• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record.
• Experience working with individuals with special needs preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct supervision and care for students in a classroom setting.
• Provide daily living skills direction, examples, and demonstration to students at different levels of ability.
• Provide positive and appropriate intervention, limit-setting, response, problem-solving, and guidance when needed.
• Provide effective, accurate, and legible documentation in a timely fashion.
• Demonstrate knowledge, understanding, and follow-thru with student educational plans and interventions.
• Respond to students in a caring, mature manner while demonstrating sound professional boundaries with both residents and staff.
• Serve as a role model for students.
• Assist in management of aggressive behavior.
• Assist in implementation of alternative educational and behavioral programs.
• Assist in identification of social/behavioral issues.

Skills

Patience

Strong communication

Classroom management

Team player

Behavioral support

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's Degree in Human Services preferred

Job description

The Hughes Educational Center seeks a dedicated Teacher Assistant at the South Boston Day School to support students with specialized programming and low student-to-teacher ratios. The role involves structured supervision, documentation, and collaboration with teachers to advance social and academic goals.

The position is full-time with comprehensive benefits and opportunities to contribute to individualized education plans, while maintaining professional boundaries and effective communication