Special Education Teaching Assistant

Greatheartsonline; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 19,286 - 27,552; Full time

Job summary

Great Hearts Western Hills Upper School is seeking a Special Education Teaching Assistant to support students in both general and special education settings on campus. The role works under certified Special Education and General Education teachers to assist with instructional tasks and classroom routines.

The position emphasizes collaboration, adaptability, and a commitment to student learning, with duties including academic support, behavior reinforcement, and occasional clerical tasks in a

Qualifications

• Experience in special education.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Interest in reading great books.
• Educational Aide certification I-III preferred.
• US work authorization required.

Responsibilities

• Support students in small groups or 1:1.
• Assist students with assignments, homework, and projects.
• Adapt materials and provide modifications to help students learn.
• Reinforce classroom rules and support behavior expectations.
• Monitor student behavior and implement behavior management strategies.
• Assist with transitions and activities; help with personal hygiene needs as required.
• Provide clerical support for the ESS Team.
• Attend meetings and training sessions; maintain a clean, organized work area.

Skills

Oral communication

Written communication

Reading great books

Education

High school diploma or higher

Associate's degree or higher

Educational Aide certification I-III

Job description

## Special Education Teaching AssistantApplyremote type: Onsitelocations: San Antonio, TXtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id: R-277**Position Title:** Special Education Teaching Assistant**Location:** Great Hearts Western Hills Upper School**FLSA Status:** Hourly**,** Non-Exempt**Distinctive benefits for Great Hearts faculty*** Exceptional Benefits (medical, dental, vision etc.) with minimal employee cost* Texas Teacher Retirement System* Uniquely 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 universities**Special Education Teaching Assistant Summary:** The Instructional 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 Support* Supports students in small groups or 1:1* Assist students with assignments, homework, projects* Understanding how to adapt materials and provide modifications to help students learn the material* Help students understand the classroom rules and reinforce the classroom rulesBehavior Support* Monitor student behavior to ensure safety and appropriate interactions.* Implement behavior management strategies* Assist students with developing social skills, appropriate interactions, and positive behaviors* Assist with de-escalating student behaviors and ask for support for General Education Teacher and Special Education Team Members as needed* Reinforces SDI concepts that have already been in effectAdditional Support* Help students with transitions and activities.* Support students with personal hygiene needs such as toileting, feeding, and dressing* Support students with mobility and adaptive equipment* Provides general clerical support for the ESS Team* Additional Duties* Attend meetings and training sessions* Help maintain a clean and organized work area* Provide a supportive and positive learning environment**Required/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****Great Hearts Academies is an Equal Opportunity Employer****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.**