Special Education Support Specialist

Young World Physical Education; Taos (NM); On-site; USD 16,531 - 27,552; Full time

Job summary

Taos Municipal School District in Taos, NM invites applications for a Special Education Educational Assistant at Taos High School. The position supports students with special needs in various settings, reporting to the principal, and working within the educational team under the district guidelines.

The role involves assisting teachers, enabling safety, and contributing to individualized education plans. Requires high school diploma, Para-Pro option, First Aid/CPR, and NM EA licensure; 177 days,

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Associate degree or successfully passing the Para-Pro exam.
• First Aid/CPR certification.
• Successful recent work experience in a field related to the position.
• Valid New Mexico State Driver’s License.
• EA License issued by the NM Public Education Department.

Responsibilities

• Works collaboratively by assisting teachers in assessment, curriculum implementation, student interactions, enforcing safe behaviors, and enhancing social growth of students in the classroom.
• Assist students with common daily tasks such as eating, dressing, toileting, including diapering and health-related assistance as needed.
• Teach independent living skills such as cooking, laundry, hygiene, and cleanliness.
• Assist in implementing physical and occupational therapy plans by working with students to increase range of motion and mobility.
• Provide instructional support and tutoring to students in various group sizes and one-on-one settings.
• Document student behavior and progress to support education plans and weekly reports.

Education

High school graduate or equivalent

Associate degree or Para-Pro exam

First Aid/CPR certification

Valid New Mexico State Driver’s License

EA License issued by NM Public Education Department

Job description

Taos Municipal School District in Taos, NM invites applications for a Special Education Educational Assistant at Taos High School. The position supports students with special needs in various settings, reporting to the principal, and working within the educational team under the district guidelines.

The role involves assisting teachers, enabling safety, and contributing to individualized education plans. Requires high school diploma, Para-Pro option, First Aid/CPR, and NM EA licensure; 177 days,