K-6 Special Education Assistant

Rmckenna; Northern (KY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Richard McKenna Charter Schools in Kentucky is seeking a K-6 Special Education Assistant to support students with special needs under a certified teacher's guidance. The role emphasizes inclusion and dignity in an inclusive classroom environment.

You will assist the teacher with daily activities, help special needs students, and contribute to the students' physical and emotional well-being, safety, and dignity in all interactions.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.

Responsibilities

• Assisting students in achieving academic success
• Working with students who may be aggressive or disruptive in class
• Behavior support which includes physical management (training provided upon hire)
• Personal care
• Social integration
• Consultation and collaboration with Special Education and Regular Education Teachers as well as related service staff
• Lunch time supervision
• Any and all other duties as may be assigned as needed

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Richard McKenna Charter Schools

Title: K-6 Special Education Assistant

Reports to: Building Principal

General Summary:

Special education assistants assist students with special needs under the direction of a certified teacher. Assistants generally work in an inclusionary setting (i.e. least restrictive environment). The special education assistant assists the teacher in general daily classroom activities, help special needs students, and cares for their physical, emotional health and safety, affirming their abilities, and striving to promote dignity in all relationships.

Qualifications:

High School Diploma required

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assisting students in achieving academic success
• Working with students who may be aggressive or disruptive in class
• Behavior support which includes physical management (training provided upon hire)
• Personal care
• Social integration
• Consultation and collaboration with Special Education and Regular Education Teachers as well as related service staff
• Lunch time supervision
• Any and all other duties as may be assigned as needed