Special Education Assistant (SSN) - Skills & Care Coach

Douglas County School District; Gillette (WY); On-site; USD 27,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health

Vision

Dental

HSA

FSA

Life insurance

Disability

EAP

401(k)

403(b)/457

Job summary

Douglas County School District seeks an Educational Assistant (EA IV) for the Significant Support Needs program at Buffalo Ridge Elementary. As part of the special education team, you will support students with significant cognitive and physical needs, assist with daily living, mobility, and medical tasks under the supervision of a licensed teacher.

You will help implement IEP goals, promote independence, and maintain a safe learning environment, including during transitions and activities.

Qualifications

• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions for implementing IEPs, health plans, and behavior protocols with high fidelity.
• Strong commitment to student dignity, safety, and independence.
• Willingness and ability to assist students with personal care and mobility, including lifting and transferring.

Responsibilities

• Health, Mobility, & Safety: Assist with positioning, transferring and mobility using specialized equipment; monitor health procedures and maintain safety in the learning environment.
• Functional & Life Skills Support: Support IEP goals across academics, functional skills, communication, social skills, and vocational training; reinforce instruction.
• General duties: Perform related tasks as assigned, ensure a clean and safe classroom.

Skills

IEP implementation

Student safety

Personal care support

Lifting & transferring

Education

High School or Equivalent

Job description

Douglas County School District seeks an Educational Assistant (EA IV) for the Significant Support Needs program at Buffalo Ridge Elementary. As part of the special education team, you will support students with significant cognitive and physical needs, assist with daily living, mobility, and medical tasks under the supervision of a licensed teacher.

You will help implement IEP goals, promote independence, and maintain a safe learning environment, including during transitions and activities.