Special Education Assistant- Behavior Support

Perry Township School District; United States; On-site; USD 30,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

Perry Township School District is seeking a Special Education Assistant – Behavior Support at Southport Middle School. The role involves providing instructional and behavioral support to special needs students. Responsibilities include supervising students, implementing Behavior Intervention Programs, and assisting with hygiene routines. The position requires a high school diploma, with a pay rate of $15.75 per hour plus a $0.75 differential. This position will have a work schedule of 6.5 to 7.5 hours per day, totaling 182 days per year.

Qualifications

• Willingness and desire to work with special-needs children.
• Effective human relations skills, calm and patient personality.

Responsibilities

• Supervise children who may struggle with self-regulation or sensory needs.
• Assist students with basic hygiene activities and routines.
• Implement Behavior Intervention Programs directed by the teacher.
• Develop positive relationships with students and staff.

Skills

Effective human relations skills

Calm and patient personality

Willingness to work with special-needs children

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Standard office equipment

Job description

Special Education Assistant – Behavior Support

Position Type: Support Staff – Instructional/SpEd Assistant (AST).

Date Posted: 5/6/2026

Location: Southport Middle School

Position Purpose

Working under the supervision of teachers, the Special Education Assistant provides instructional, clerical, supervisory, and behavior management support. The role supports the classroom teacher by implementing programming directed by teachers, administrators or the Case Conference Committee. The assistant works in either the Behavior Support Program or the Autism Spectrum Disorder Program.

Essential Job Functions

• Playground, lunchroom, rest periods, loading and unloading buses, hall duty, and other supervisory duties as directed.
• Supervise children who may struggle with self-regulation or sensory needs.
• Keep children in designated areas to prevent escape behaviors.
• Assist students with basic hygiene activities and routines.
• Implement Behavior Intervention Programs directed by the teacher.
• Develop positive relationships with students and staff.
• Provide one‑to‑one services for students with autistic or emotional behaviors when required.
• Ride or monitor buses as needed and receive compensation for extended hours.
• May be asked to follow a student for several years across grade levels.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Equipment

Standard office equipment: personal computer, printer, copier, fax machine, calculator, telephone.

Travel Requirements

Travel to district buildings and professional meetings as required.

Pay Rate

$15.75 per hour + $0.75 differential.

Work Schedule

The position’s hours will be scheduled between 6.5 and 7.5 hours per day and will be finalized at the time of hire, depending on student needs. 182 days per year.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• High School Diploma.
• Willingness and desire to work with special‑needs children.
• Effective human relations skills, calm and patient personality.

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards

Seldom = Less than 25%; Occasional = 26 to 50%; Often = 51 to 75%; Very Frequent = Greater than 75%.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand for extended periods. Very Frequent.
• Ability to lift 25 pounds. Occasional.
• Ability to carry 25 pounds. Occasional.
• Ability to work at a desk, council table, or in meetings. Occasional.
• Ability to read laws, codes, rules, and policies. Very Frequent.
• Ability to communicate clearly in conversation. Very Frequent.
• Ability to operate job‑related equipment. Very Frequent.