Special Education Support Assistant

Roane County Schools; Kingston (TN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Roane County Schools is seeking an Educational Assistant - Special Education to support students with educational and social-emotional development under teacher supervision. The role involves implementing instructional plans and assisting with IEPs, data collection, and classroom accommodations.

The aide will assist in mobility and self-help tasks, maintain confidentiality, and collaborate with the educational team to foster learning and participation for students with diverse needs.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Meets Highly Qualified paraprofessional standards.
• Satisfactory background check.
• Pass drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the educational and social-emotional development of students under the guidance of the classroom teacher/case manager.
• Carry out instructional plans as prepared by the supervising teacher.
• Assist in the implementation of Individual Education Plans for students.
• Provide support and assistance for students inside and outside the classroom to facilitate learning and participation.
• Assist classroom teacher with data collection.
• Support students with behavioral and/or emotional needs.
• Assist classroom teacher in preparing work for students.
• Assist with providing modifications and accommodations as appropriate.
• Assist students with self-help skills.
• Assist Students with mobility needs.
• Physically assist with lifting and positioning of students with physical needs.
• Maintain student confidentiality.
• Work cooperatively as a member of the educational team.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Roane County Schools is seeking an Educational Assistant - Special Education to support students with educational and social-emotional development under teacher supervision. The role involves implementing instructional plans and assisting with IEPs, data collection, and classroom accommodations.

The aide will assist in mobility and self-help tasks, maintain confidentiality, and collaborate with the educational team to foster learning and participation for students with diverse needs.