Special Education Teaching Assistant

Great Hearts Academies; Helotes (TX); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Exceptional Benefits

Texas Teacher Retirement System

Professional development opportunities

Graduate degree support

Job summary

Great Hearts Academies invites applications for a Special Education Teaching Assistant (K-5) at the Invictus Lower School in Helotes, TX. The role supports students in both general education and SPED-resource settings under certified teachers, focusing on academic support, behavior guidance, and collaboration to implement individualized instruction plans.

The candidate should have a High school diploma or higher, experience in SPED, strong communication skills, and willingness to assist with

Qualifications

• High school diploma or higher required.
• Associate's degree or higher preferred.
• Experience in special education preferred.
• Educational Aide certification I, II, or III preferred.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Academic Support: Assist in small groups or 1:1 with students.
• Support with assignments, homework, and projects.
• Help implement classroom rules and SDI concepts.
• Monitor student behavior and assist with de-escalation.
• Provide clerical support and assist with transitions and activities.

Skills

Communication skills

Reading interest

Education

High school diploma or higher

Associate's degree or higher preferred

Job description

Position Title: Special Education Teaching Assistant (K-5)Location: Great Hearts Invictus Lower School (12018 Bandera Rd. Helotes, TX 78023Reports To: HeadmasterFLSA Status: Hourly, Non-ExemptWe are looking for life-long learners passionate about shaping students' hearts and minds. Join Great Hearts Academies, a growing network of 49 public, open-enrollment ,tuition-free classical schools in Phoenix (AZ), Baton Rouge(LA), Dallas/Ft. Worth (TX), and San Antonio (TX).Great Hearts currently provides over 30,000 K-12 students with access to a high quality, classical liberal arts education. We believe the highest goal of education is to become good, intellectually and morally.Distinctive benefits for Great Hearts faculty:Exceptional Benefits (medical, dental, vision etc.) with minimal employee costTexas Teacher Retirement SystemUniquely valuable professional development offerings, from great books seminars with academy colleagues, to leadership and special education coursework/pathways to reduced tuition graduate degree support with select partner universitiesSpecial Education Teaching Assistant role at Great Hearts:The Special Education Teaching Assistant is a non-certified assistant to the Special Education Program at the academy for both general education and special education resource classrooms. The assistant will work to support students in all settings on campus under the direction of and in collaboration with the certified Special Education teachers and General Education teachers. Additional duties may be included, depending on the experience and expertise of the candidate and the specific academy needs.Duties and Responsibilities:Academic SupportSupports students in small groups or 1:1Assist students with assignments, homework, projectsUnderstanding how to adapt materials and provide modifications to help students learn the materialHelp students understand the classroom rules and reinforce the classroom rulesBehavior SupportMonitor student behavior to ensure safety and appropriate interactions.Implement behavior management strategiesAssist students with developing social skills, appropriate interactions, and positive behaviorsAssist with de-escalating student behaviors and ask for support for General Education Teacher and Special Education Team Members as neededReinforces SDI concepts that have already been in effectAdditional SupportHelp students with transitions and activities.Support students with personal hygiene needs such as toileting, feeding, and dressingSupport students with mobility and adaptive equipmentProvides general clerical support for the ESS TeamAdditional DutiesAttend meetings and training sessionsHelp maintain a clean and organized work areaProvide a supportive and positive learning environmentRequired/Preferred Education: High school degree or higher Ideally, candidates will hold an associate's degree or higher,Required/Preferred Experience: Has experience in special education.Required/Preferred Skills: Excellent oral and written communication skills, and an interest in reading great books. Educational Aide certification I, II, or III preferred.Physical Functions: Requires but is not limited to standing, sitting, repetitious hand and body movements, bending, squatting, and reaching. May be required to move or position equipment up to 15 pounds approximately.US Work Authorization is required.Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a criminal history background check and fingerprint clearance in accordance with state requirements.Travel required: May need to travel locally for training and professional development opportunities.This description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions. It does not exclude or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.Great Hearts Academies is an Equal Opportunity Employer.