Special Education Assistant — Support & IEP Goals

Park-Hill-School-District; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retention bonus

Job summary

Park Hill School District seeks a Teacher Assistant at Renner Elementary School for a 9-month, benefit-eligible position. The role supports instructional programs and assists in supervising and instructing students, including those with special needs, in regular or self-contained classrooms.

To qualify, candidates need Missouri Substitute Certificate or eligibility, plus either 36 college credits or 20 hours online instruction and a high school diploma.

Qualifications

• Possess Missouri Substitute Certificate or ability to obtain it.
• Minimum 36 college credit hours or 20 hours online instruction plus high school diploma.
• Ability to implement IEP plans and support special needs students.
• Proven ability to maintain records and follow procedures.

Responsibilities

• Adapt activities and materials to support classroom objectives.
• Administer tests and assignments to assist teachers.
• Provide first aid and basic medical support as directed.
• Assist with behavioral interventions to maintain safety.
• Attend meetings and convey information relevant to job duties.
• Escort students between classes and supervise during transitions.
• Support IEP plans and monitor student progress.

Skills

Instructional support

First aid

IEP familiarity

Behavior management

Team communication

Education

Missouri Substitute Certificate

36 college credits

High school diploma

Online instruction (20 hrs)

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Park Hill School District seeks a Teacher Assistant at Renner Elementary School for a 9-month, benefit-eligible position. The role supports instructional programs and assists in supervising and instructing students, including those with special needs, in regular or self-contained classrooms.

To qualify, candidates need Missouri Substitute Certificate or eligibility, plus either 36 college credits or 20 hours online instruction and a high school diploma.