Special Education Aide: Empower Students & IEP Support

Seattle Public Schools; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Seattle Public Schools is seeking a Special Education Assistant to support students with special needs in various classroom settings. You will assist with instructional activities, progress monitoring, and implementing IEP goals under teacher supervision.

The role includes supervising students, supporting personal care needs, and coordinating with staff and families. You will participate in meetings, adapt instruction materials, and help maintain records while ensuring a safe, inclusive learning

Qualifications

• Knowledge of instructional procedures and practices
• Knowledge of age appropriate student activities
• Knowledge of safety practices and procedures
• Knowledge of conflict resolution
• Knowledge of stages of child development/behavior

Responsibilities

• Assists in supervising, caring for and instructing special needs students in regular or self-contained classrooms.
• Implements IEP objectives under teacher direction.
• Monitors student behavior during non-classroom time.
• Attends IEP meetings and communicates with teachers/parents.
• Maintains student records and adapts materials as needed.
• Directs and implements behavioral plans when required.

Skills

Instructional procedures

Age appropriate activities

Safety procedures

Conflict resolution

Child development

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree or higher

Education Testing Service paraeducator assessment

Paraeducator apprenticeship program

Job description

Seattle Public Schools is seeking a Special Education Assistant to support students with special needs in various classroom settings. You will assist with instructional activities, progress monitoring, and implementing IEP goals under teacher supervision.

The role includes supervising students, supporting personal care needs, and coordinating with staff and families. You will participate in meetings, adapt instruction materials, and help maintain records while ensuring a safe, inclusive learning