Special Education Aide: Empower Student Growth

0000 Great Hearts America; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 2,755,000; Full time

Job summary

Great Hearts Academies in Arizona seeks a Special Student Services Teaching Assistant to support both general and special education classrooms under certified teachers. This hourly, non-exempt role collaborates with teachers to assist with assignments, behavior support, and classroom routines.

Responsibilities include small group and 1:1 academic support, implementing SDI concepts, managing transitions, and assisting with personal care and mobility as needed.

Qualifications

• High school degree or higher; an associate's degree or higher is preferred.
• Has experience in special education.

Responsibilities

• Supports students in small groups or 1:1.
• Assists students with assignments, homework, projects.
• Adapts materials and provides modifications to help students learn.
• Reinforces classroom rules and procedures.
• Monitors student behavior and supports positive interactions.
• Assists with de-escalating behaviors and requests support as needed.
• Provides general clerical support for the ESS Team.
• Attends meetings and training sessions.

Skills

Communication skills

Reading interest

Education

High school diploma or higher

Associate's degree or higher preferred

Job description

Great Hearts Academies in Arizona seeks a Special Student Services Teaching Assistant to support both general and special education classrooms under certified teachers. This hourly, non-exempt role collaborates with teachers to assist with assignments, behavior support, and classroom routines.

Responsibilities include small group and 1:1 academic support, implementing SDI concepts, managing transitions, and assisting with personal care and mobility as needed.