Special Education Teaching Assistant (K-5)

Great Hearts Academies; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Texas Teacher Retirement System

Excellent Benefits

Professional development

Job summary

Great Hearts Lakeside Lower School in Fort Worth, TX is hiring a Special Education Teaching Assistant (K-5). This hourly, non-exempt role supports students in general and resource classrooms under certified SPED and General Education teachers.

The position emphasizes collaboration, behavioral support, and academic assistance. The TA will help with small groups, modifications, transitions, and daily activities while contributing to a positive learning environment and professional development

Qualifications

• High school diploma or higher required.
• AA degree preferred; ParaPro proficiency is a plus.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist students in small groups or 1:1 to complete assignments.
• Help adapt materials and provide modifications for learning.
• Reinforce classroom rules and support behavior management.
• Support transitions, personal care, and daily activities as needed.
• Attend meetings and provide clerical support to the ESS Team.

Job description

Position Title: Special Education Teaching Assistant (K-5)Location: Great Hearts Lakeside Lower School (7633 Harris ParkwayFort Worth, TX 76123)Reports To: HeadmasterFLSA 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 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 universitiesRoles 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. 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.