Special Education Assistant - Full-Time

BASIS Ed; Flagstaff (AZ); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer paid medical and dental insurance

Vision insurance

PTO

401(k) with partial match

Job summary

A leading education organization in Arizona is seeking a Full-Time Special Education Assistant in Flagstaff. The role involves working closely with students with special needs, particularly those with EBD/Autism. Candidates should possess a high school diploma and relevant experience. This position offers a dynamic and supportive environment, a competitive salary, and a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, PTO, and a 401(k) plan. This is an entry-level role.

Qualifications

• A Valid Identity Verified Prints (IVP) Fingerprint Clearance Card.
• Experience with teaching and/or tutoring.
• Familiarity with inclusion of special needs students.

Responsibilities

• Work one-on-one with a child with special needs.
• Assist students during classwork and activities.
• Encourage student's social and emotional development.
• Support the learning expert teacher and subject expert teachers.

Skills

Experience working with children

Understanding of behavior support/modification

Excellent organizational skills

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

Special Education Assistant - Full-Time

Basis Flagstaff is seeking qualified candidates for a Full-Time Special Education Assistant to start ASAP. The role offers a dynamic, exciting, and supportive environment.

Required Qualifications

• A high school diploma (Bachelor’s degree preferred)
• A Valid Identity Verified Prints (IVP) Fingerprint Clearance Card

Required Experience

• Experience working with children, especially those with special needs such as EBD/Autism support or behavior issues
• Experience with teaching and/or tutoring
• Understanding of behavior support/modification
• Familiarity with inclusion of special needs students within the general education setting

Preferred Qualifications

• Specializes in autistic support
• Demonstrate knowledge and credibility to parents, students, staff, supervisors, and outside agencies through oral and written communication that is timely, confident, and articulate
• Experience working with children, ability to perform tasks with precision (attention to detail, adherence to timelines)
• Excellent organizational skills and facility with office technology
• Open to new ideas in education

Primary Job Responsibilities

• Work one-on-one with a child with special needs such as EBD/Autism support or behavior issues
• Work with students with special needs in general education settings (classrooms, halls, lunchroom, playground, etc.) one-on-one or in small groups
• Assist students with staying on task during classwork and activities
• Encourage student's social and emotional development
• Reinforce positive behavior
• Liaise with the SPED coordinator, parents, and other stakeholders
• Support the learning expert teacher and subject expert teachers in the classroom
• Maintain confidentiality of student records and progress information
• Assistance with adaptive technology
• Enthusiastic about working with students with special needs
• Perform other duties as requested

Benefits And Salary

• Salary is competitive and dependent on education and experience.
• BASIC Ed offers a comprehensive benefits package including:
• Employer paid medical and dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• PTO
• Ability to add dependents
• 401(k) with partial match that grows over time
• Employee Assistance Program
• Childcare Savings Opportunity (KinderCare tuition discount)

Reasonable Accommodations Statement

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Notice of Non-Discrimination

BASIS does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, gender identity or expression, or any other classification protected by law. For inquiries regarding BASIS non-discrimination policies, contact Beverly Traver, Compliance and Equity Investigator, BASIS Educational Group, LLC., 7975 N. Hayden Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85258, [phone].

Seniority Level

Entry level

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Function

Strategy/Planning and Information Technology; Education Administration Programs.

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