Special Education Assistant Teacher – Behavior & Class Support

PHILLIPS Programs for Children and Families; Annandale (VA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

PHILLIPS Programs for Children and Families is seeking an Assistant Teacher for its private special education day schools. The role supports teachers in planning, behavior management, and student supervision within a day program for children with emotional and behavioral needs.

The position is full-time during daytime hours. Responsibilities include organizing the classroom, assisting with instruction, communicating with families and staff, and monitoring student safety on and off campus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in fields such as Education, Psychology, Sociology, and Criminal Justice is preferred.
• Experience in a special needs school environment is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Organize classroom furniture and equipment.
• Write reports in relevant subject areas.
• Communicate with parents, PHILLIPS Programs staff and outside professionals.
• Record and report behavior data.
• Assist in individual, small and large group instruction as directed by the teacher.
• Aid in daily organizational planning and supervise the classroom in the absence of the teacher.
• Assist in medication administration, data collection, and other tasks as assigned by the teacher.
• Supervise students to ensure safety at all times (bus, playground, off campus).
• Implement individual and classroom behavior programs.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in fields such as Education, Psychology, Sociology, and Criminal Justice

Job description

PHILLIPS Programs for Children and Families is seeking an Assistant Teacher for its private special education day schools. The role supports teachers in planning, behavior management, and student supervision within a day program for children with emotional and behavioral needs.

The position is full-time during daytime hours. Responsibilities include organizing the classroom, assisting with instruction, communicating with families and staff, and monitoring student safety on and off campus.