Special Education Assistant (SSN) - Skills & Care Coach

Douglas County School District

Gillette (WY)

On-site

USD 27,000 - 35,000

Full time

7 days ago
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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.

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