Special Education Teaching Assistant 6-12th Grade

Great Hearts Online; Town of Texas, Northern (WI, KY); Hybrid; USD 2,066,000 - 2,755,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Exceptional Benefits

Job summary

Great Hearts Academies is seeking a Special Education Teaching Assistant for the upper school at the Prairie View campus in Ft. Worth, TX. The role supports both general and special education students under certified teachers.

Responsibilities include small-group support, modifications to materials, behavior reinforcement, and assist with transitions and daily activities. The position is full-time, on site, and requires a high school diploma with preferred AA or ParaPro certification; state

Qualifications

• High school degree or higher required or equivalent.
• AA degree or 60 college credits preferred where indicated.
• ParaPro certification preferred; state requirements apply.

Responsibilities

• Provide academic support in small groups or 1:1.
• Assist with assignments, homework and class projects.
• Adhere to SDI concepts and support behavior management.
• Assist with transitions, personal care, and classroom routines.
• Attend meetings and training; maintain organized work area.

Skills

Communication skills

Reading great books

Education

High school degree or higher

AA preferred / 60 credits

ParaPro certification preferred

Job description

## Special Education Teaching Assistant 6-12th GradeApply: Onsite: Ft. Worth, Texas: Full time: Posted Today: R-840**Position Title:** Special Education Teaching Assistant (Upper School) **Location:** Great Hearts Prairie View Upper School (9001 NW Hwy 287 Ft. Worth, TX 76131) **Reports To:** Headmaster **FLSA Status:** Hourly, Non-ExemptThe Special Student Services - 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 n 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. **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 **Roles 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 rules Behavior 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 effect Additional 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. Some locations (e.g. Title I schools) may require assistant teachers to have an AA, 60 hours of college credit, or be able to pass a ParaPro proficiency exam before beginning work. **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 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.**