Special Education Support Specialist - Students First

Community Unit School District 308; Plainfield (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

IMRF pension

Paid holidays

Breaks (winter/spring/summer)

Job summary

Oswego Community Unit School District 308 is seeking a Special Education Teacher Assistant to support students with specialized needs under the direction of Special Education Teachers. The role emphasizes assisting with academic, behavioral, and health/hygiene needs to help students reach their goals.

Candidates should be capable of lifting up to 30 pounds (and up to 50 pounds with assistance) and demonstrate a willingness to work within a collaborative educational team.

Qualifications

• Assist students with specialized needs under guidance of teachers.
• Apply general written and verbal guidance to classroom tasks.
• Lift up to 30 pounds, or assist with lifting up to 50 pounds as needed.

Responsibilities

• Support academic and behavioral goals of students.
• Assist with health/hygiene needs as directed by teachers.
• Collaborate with special education staff to implement plans.

Skills

Student support

Behavioral support

Health assistance

Job description

Oswego Community Unit School District 308 is seeking a Special Education Teacher Assistant to support students with specialized needs under the direction of Special Education Teachers. The role emphasizes assisting with academic, behavioral, and health/hygiene needs to help students reach their goals.

Candidates should be capable of lifting up to 30 pounds (and up to 50 pounds with assistance) and demonstrate a willingness to work within a collaborative educational team.