Special Education Assistant - Supportive Classroom Champion

Seattle Public Schools; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

SEBB benefits

Job summary

Seattle Public Schools is seeking a Special Education Assistant/ISE-203 to support students with special needs in regular or self-contained classrooms. The role includes assisting with instruction, implementing IEP objectives, and monitoring behavior to ensure a safe learning environment.

You will collaborate with teachers and parents, attend meetings, and adapt materials to meet individual student needs. A paraeducator assessment or equivalent qualification is required, with opportunities to

Qualifications

• Basic math calculations; reading manuals and writing documents as required.
• Knowledge of instructional procedures and age-appropriate activities.
• Familiarity with safety practices and conflict resolution.

Responsibilities

• Adapt classroom activities and materials under teacher direction.
• Assist in evaluating student progress and organize student records.
• Administer first aid and assist students with personal care needs as required.
• Attend meetings and communicate progress to teachers and parents.
• Support implementation of IEP objectives and behavior plans.

Skills

Math basics

Instructional procedures

Safety practices

Conflict resolution

Child development

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Paraeducator assessment (ETS)

Associate degree or higher (optional)

Tools

Job description

Seattle Public Schools is seeking a Special Education Assistant/ISE-203 to support students with special needs in regular or self-contained classrooms. The role includes assisting with instruction, implementing IEP objectives, and monitoring behavior to ensure a safe learning environment.

You will collaborate with teachers and parents, attend meetings, and adapt materials to meet individual student needs. A paraeducator assessment or equivalent qualification is required, with opportunities to