Impactful Special Education Assistant — First Aid Ready

Seattle Public Schools; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Seattle Public Schools seeks a Special Education Assistant/ISE-203 to support students with disabilities in regular or self-contained classrooms, assist in implementing IEPs, monitor behavior, and attend IEP meetings.

The role includes adapting activities, administering materials, providing first aid, assisting with personal care, and collaborating with teachers and families to ensure student progress and a safe learning environment.

Qualifications

• Basic math and instruction follow-through.
• Knowledge of instructional procedures and age-appropriate activities.
• Awareness of safety practices and conflict resolution.
• Understanding stages of child development/behavior.
• Ability to adapt to changing work priorities; communicate with diverse groups; maintain confidentiality; work as a team.
• Ability to keyboard; basic signing技能 may be required.

Responsibilities

• Adapt classroom activities and materials to provide participation for all students.
• Administer tests, homework, and papers to assist teacher in progress tracking.
• Provide first aid and medical assistance as required.
• Support students with personal care needs as needed.
• Attend meetings and trainings for job knowledge and safety.
• Collaborate with teachers/parents to monitor student progress and implement IEPs.
• Direct and implement behavioral plans for students with behavior disorders.
• Instruct students in academic and life skills in individual and group settings.
• Maintain and organize instructional materials and student records.
• Monitor students across school environments to ensure safety and positive learning.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support school operations.

Skills

Basic math

Instructional procedures

Age-appropriate activities

Safety practices

Conflict resolution

Child development/behavior

Office equipment & software

Record keeping

Adaptability

Communication with diverse groups

Confidentiality

Teamwork

Keyboarding

Basic signing

Education

High school diploma or equivalent with PESB paraeducator options / higher

Job description

Seattle Public Schools seeks a Special Education Assistant/ISE-203 to support students with disabilities in regular or self-contained classrooms, assist in implementing IEPs, monitor behavior, and attend IEP meetings.

The role includes adapting activities, administering materials, providing first aid, assisting with personal care, and collaborating with teachers and families to ensure student progress and a safe learning environment.