Special Education Teaching Assistant: Impactful K-12 Support

Embrace Learning; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 86,000 - 101,000; Full time

Job summary

Embrace Learning in Tacoma, WA is seeking a dedicated Special Education Teacher Assistant to support students with diverse learning needs. You will provide individualized, small-group, and whole-class instruction aligned with state standards and IEP goals, under the guidance of the Special Education leadership team.

This hands-on role requires patience, creativity, adaptability, and teamwork to build a safe, structured learning environment where students grow confidence, gain essential skills,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Education or related field.
• State license preferred; Special Education endorsement preferred.
• Experience with K-12 students and IEP guidance is a plus.
• Must meet state/federal background check requirements.
• First Aid/CPR certifications required or obtainable.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct instructional support to students through small group and whole-class activities aligned with IEP goals.
• Deliver instruction across core academics, social-emotional/behavioral, and functional programming.
• Implement IEPs and BIPs and assist with related documentation.
• Monitor, document, and report student progress to the instructional team.
• Support transitions, maintain engagement, and reinforce positive behavior supports.

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Washington State Teaching License

Special Education endorsement

K-12 experience

Background check prepared

Job description

Embrace Learning in Tacoma, WA is seeking a dedicated Special Education Teacher Assistant to support students with diverse learning needs. You will provide individualized, small-group, and whole-class instruction aligned with state standards and IEP goals, under the guidance of the Special Education leadership team.

This hands-on role requires patience, creativity, adaptability, and teamwork to build a safe, structured learning environment where students grow confidence, gain essential skills,