Special Education Assistant: Elevate Student Growth & IEP Support

Seattle Public Schools; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Seattle Public Schools seeks a Special Education Assistant to support students in regular or self-contained classrooms. You will assist in implementing IEP goals, adapt instructional activities, and monitor behavior to ensure a safe, inclusive learning environment.

You will coordinate with teachers, attend IEP meetings, and help with records, materials, and daily living skills support as required by the program. This role emphasizes flexibility and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Educational prerequisites per Washington state paraeducator requirements.
• Experience with children preferred.
• Driver's license or mobility required.

Responsibilities

• Adapt activities to include all students under teacher guidance.
• Monitor and assist in instruction and student progress.
• Attend IEP meetings and communicate with teachers and parents.
• Provide first aid and medical assistance as needed.
• Maintain student records and materials.
• Supervise students in various school environments.

Skills

Safety practices

Office equipment

Record keeping

Education

Paraeducator qualification options

Tools

Office software

Job description

Seattle Public Schools seeks a Special Education Assistant to support students in regular or self-contained classrooms. You will assist in implementing IEP goals, adapt instructional activities, and monitor behavior to ensure a safe, inclusive learning environment.

You will coordinate with teachers, attend IEP meetings, and help with records, materials, and daily living skills support as required by the program. This role emphasizes flexibility and teamwork.