Special Education Educational Assistant

Vallivue School District; Caldwell (ID); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The Vallivue School District seeks a Special Education Educational Assistant at Vallivue High School to support students with special needs across settings. You will assist the Special Education teacher with IEP goals, modify materials, and help students academically, socially, and emotionally.

Responsibilities include instructional and behavioral support, supervision during school activities, and collaboration with teachers and staff to document progress and contribute to progress reports.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting students with IEP goals and plans.
• Ability to modify instructional materials for diverse learning needs.
• Strong collaboration with teachers, aides, and staff.

Responsibilities

• Instructional Support: assist in delivering individualized or small group instruction aligned to IEP goals.
• Behavioral Support: implement positive behavior strategies and monitor student behavior.
• Supervision: supervise students in classrooms, lunchrooms, playgrounds, and during transitions.
• Documentation and Collaboration: maintain progress and behavior records; participate in IEP meetings and reports.

Job description

• Position Type:
  Support Staff/ Special Education Assistant
• Date Posted:
  11/6/2026
• Location:
  Vallivue High School

The Special Education Educational Assistant provides instructional and behavioral support to students with special needs in various settings. This position assists the Special Education teacher in implementing Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), managing classroom behavior, and supporting students' academic, social, and emotional development.

Key Responsibilities:

• Instructional Support:
  
  
  • Assist in delivering individualized or small group instruction based on IEP goals.
  
  
  • Support students in completing assignments, projects, and classroom activities.
  
  
  • Modify instructional materials to meet students' learning needs.
  
  


• Behavioral Support:
  
  
  • Implement positive behavior intervention strategies and manage classroom behavior.
  
  
  • Provide one-on-one or group behavioral support to help students meet their IEP behavior goals.
  
  
  • Monitor student progress and report behavior and academic concerns to the Special Education teacher.
  
  


• Supervision:
  
  
  • Supervise students in various settings, including classrooms, lunchrooms, playgrounds, and during transitions.
  
  


• Documentation and Collaboration:
  
  
  • Maintain accurate records of student progress and behavior as directed by the Special Education teacher.
  
  
  • Participate in IEP meetings, when necessary, and contribute to student progress reports.
  
  
  • Collaborate with the Special Education team, general education teachers, and other support staff.
  
  


• Help maintain an organized and supportive classroom environment conducive to learning.


• Ensure that classroom materials and equipment are accessible and safe for students.