Preschool Special Services Assistant (IEP Support)

Dceaheadstart; Tennessee; On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Douglas Cherokee Head Start is seeking a Special Service Assistant to support preschool children under the guidance of the Area Coordinator. The SSA will assist in developmentally appropriate activities, supervise in all daily tasks, and help address challenging behaviors within a nurturing classroom team.

The role involves leading activities for children with disabilities, maintaining disability service records, and collaborating with school systems on evaluations to achieve educational and

Qualifications

• Prefer degree in Social Work, Human Services, Psychology, or a related degree or credential.
• Minimum of High school diploma or GED
• Must participate in specialized trainings as determined by the program.

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing a comprehensive child development program.
• Promote social and emotional development and positive behavior guidance.
• Lead individualized and group activities for children with disabilities and for the whole group.
• Record and maintain documentation; assist with evaluations and IEP processes.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Behavior management

Documentation

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor/credential in Social Work or related field

Job description

Douglas Cherokee Head Start is seeking a Special Service Assistant to support preschool children under the guidance of the Area Coordinator. The SSA will assist in developmentally appropriate activities, supervise in all daily tasks, and help address challenging behaviors within a nurturing classroom team.

The role involves leading activities for children with disabilities, maintaining disability service records, and collaborating with school systems on evaluations to achieve educational and