K-5 Special Education Teaching Assistant

0113 Anthem Preparatory Academy; United States; On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Exceptional benefits

Matching 401K program

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Great Hearts Anthem in Fort Worth is seeking a Special Education Teaching Assistant for K-5 to support students with and without disabilities in general education and resource classrooms under certified teachers. This hourly role offers professional development opportunities and requires a high school diploma or higher.

The position emphasizes collaboration, behavior support, academic assistance, and helping with transitions and mobility. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.

Qualifications

• Has experience in special education.
• Supports students in small groups or 1:1, adapting materials as needed.
• Assists with transitions, personal hygiene, and mobility when required.

Responsibilities

• Academic support in small groups or 1:1; assist with assignments, homework, and projects.
• Behavior support; monitor student behavior and reinforce classroom rules.
• Provide general clerical support and assist with transitions and activities.
• Attend meetings and training sessions; maintain a supportive learning environment.

Skills

Oral & written communication

Reading great books

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree preferred

Job description

Position Title: Special Education Teaching Assistant (K-5)

Location: Great Hearts Anthem (7633 Harris Pkwy, Fort Worth, TX 76123)

Reports To: Headmaster

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt, Hourly

Hourly Rate: $16-$18

The Instructional Assistant is a non-certified assistant to the Special Education Program at the academy for both general education and special education resource classrooms. The assistant will work to support students in all settings on campus under the direction of and in collaboration with the certified Special Education teachers and General Education teachers. Additional duties may be included, depending on the experience and expertise of the candidate and the specific academy needs.

Distinctive benefits for Great Hearts faculty

• Exceptional Benefits (medical, dental, vision etc.) with minimal employee cost
• Matching 401K program
• Uniquely valuable professional development offerings, fromgreat booksseminars with academy colleagues, to leadership and special education coursework/pathways, to reduced tuition graduate degree support with select partner universities

Roles and Responsibilities

• Academic Support Supports students in small groups or 1:1 Assist students with assignments, homework, projects Understanding how to adapt materials and provide modifications to help students learn the material Help students understand the classroom rules and reinforce the classroom rules
• Behavior Support Monitor student behavior to ensure safety and appropriate interactions. Implement behavior management strategies Assist students with developing social skills, appropriate interactions, and positive behaviors Assist with de-escalating student behaviors and ask for support for General Education Teacher and Special Education Team Members as needed Reinforces SDI concepts that have already been in effect
• Additional Support Help students with transitions and activities. Support students with personal hygiene needs such as toileting, feeding, and dressing Support students with mobility and adaptive equipment Provides general clerical support for the ESS Team
• Additional Duties Attend meetings and training sessions Help maintain a clean and organized work area Provide a supportive and positive learning environment

Required/Preferred Education

• High school degree or higher
• Ideally, candidates will hold an associate's degree or higher. Associate degree (preferred) or two years/60 credit hours of higher education or a passing score on an appropriate ADE assessment.

Required/Preferred Experience

• Hasexperience in special education.

Required/Preferred Skills

• Excellent oral and written communication skills, and an interest in reading great books.

Physical Functions

• Requires but is not limited to standing, sitting, repetitious hand and body movements, bending, squatting, and reaching. May be required to move or position equipment up to 15 pounds approximately.

US work authorization isrequired, but we do accept OPT/CPT candidates.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a criminal history background check and fingerprint clearance in accordance with state requirements.

Travel required: May need to travel locally for training and professional development opportunities.

This description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions. It does not exclude or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.

GreatHearts Academies is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Our purpose is to cultivate the minds and hearts of students through the pursuit of Truth, Goodness, and Beauty.

GreatHearts Academies leads the way in classical, liberal arts education.

We are a growing network of charter schools and private Christian schools, expanding in existing and new regions across Arizona, Louisiana, and Texas.

Whetheryouare seeking teaching, leadership, or campus support opportunities, we have established a mission-driven culture and emphasis on learning and growing professionally and personally.

At Great Hearts, we provideacalling to shape the future through an education that fosters human flourishing and academic excellence.

We celebratediversity and welcomeindividualsfromallbackgrounds—insideandoutsideeducation—whobring uniqueperspectivesandideastoenrichourcommunity.

Throughmeaningful conversations and collaborationwefostera strong, supportive cohortof educators.

AtGreat Hearts, your passionandexcellencewill thriveina supportive and dynamicenvironment.

LearnhowyoucangrowbothinmindandheartasanemployeeofGreatHearts.