Special Education Support Assistant

Specialized Education Services, Inc.; Denton (MD); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Specialized Education Services, Inc. (SESI), a division of FullBloom, seeks an assistant teacher to support students with diverse needs in in-district classrooms and standalone schools.

You will collaborate with the teacher, lead small groups, and provide tailored educational and behavioral support, using data to guide instruction and monitor progress. Training, PBIS framework CASE, and a comprehensive benefits package are among the offered resources.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; college experience or bachelor's degree highly preferred.
• Experience working with students with special needs in an educational setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Work with a diverse group of students from varying developmental, cultural, ethnic, racial, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Lead small group instruction as you implement the SESI academic rotational model.
• Partner with the teacher in providing customized behavior and academic support and conducting formal and informal assessments.
• Reinforce students’ learning of teacher-introduced materials and skills by assigning relevant tasks, using data to determine appropriate materials, and completing one-on-one tutorials.
• Assist the teacher with large group activities, grading work, guiding independent study or enrichment activities, and providing accommodations and modifications as necessary.
• Utilize behavior support and intervention strategies.
• Implement de-escalation techniques, crisis management, and physical restraint if necessary to maintain the safety of students and staff.
• Support the creation and implementation of daily plans.

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Specialized Education Services, Inc. (SESI), a division of FullBloom, seeks an assistant teacher to support students with diverse needs in in-district classrooms and standalone schools.

You will collaborate with the teacher, lead small groups, and provide tailored educational and behavioral support, using data to guide instruction and monitor progress. Training, PBIS framework CASE, and a comprehensive benefits package are among the offered resources.