Assistant Teacher

Special Care; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Special Care is seeking an Assistant Teacher to provide essential classroom support to the lead teacher, ensuring a safe and structured learning environment for students with disabilities.

Responsibilities include aiding with instruction, supervising students, and offering individualized support to promote academic and developmental growth. Experience in education or childcare and a CDA/AS degree are preferred.

Qualifications

• CDA credential or Associate’s degree in ECE, SPED, or related field.
• Prior experience with children in educational or childcare setting.
• Must be able to lift up to 40 lbs to assist mobility and classroom needs.

Responsibilities

• Support the lead teacher in implementing lesson plans and classroom activities.
• Provide individualized assistance to students based on learning needs.
• Assist students with mobility, self-care, and daily routines.
• Foster an inclusive and supportive learning atmosphere.
• Supervise students during transitions, mealtimes, and recess.
• Maintain classroom organization and prepare learning materials.

Skills

Patience

Adaptability

Strong communication

Passion for supporting children with a

Education

CDA credential or Associate’s degree in Early Childhood Education or Special Education

Job description

The Assistant Teacher provides essential classroom support to the lead teacher, ensuring a safe, structured, and engaging learning environment for students with disabilities. This role involves assisting with instruction, student supervision, and individualized support to promote academic and developmental growth.Key Responsibilities:Support the lead teacher in implementing lesson plans and classroom activities.Provide individualized assistance to students based on their learning needs.Assist students with mobility, self-care, and daily routines.Foster an inclusive and supportive learning atmosphere.Supervise students during transitions, mealtimes, and recess.Maintain classroom organization, ensuring materials and equipment are accessible.Reinforce positive behavior and provide guidance based on school policies.Communicate effectively with teachers, staff, and parents as necessary.Prepare and set up learning materials for classroom instruction.Education: Child Development Associate (CDA) credential or Associate’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Special Education, or a related field.Experience: Prior experience working with children, preferably in an educational or childcare setting.Skills: Patience, adaptability, strong communication, and a passion for supporting children with disabilities.Physical Requirements:Ability to lift a minimum of 40 lbs to assist students with mobility and classroom needs.Ability to sit, stand, walk, and actively engage with students throughout the day.