Special Education Teaching Assistant (K-5)

Great Hearts Academies; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Great Hearts Academies is seeking a Special Education Teaching Assistant (K-5) at Forest Heights Lower School in San Antonio, TX. The role focuses on inclusive support for students with diverse needs within a general classroom.

The ideal candidate will assist with academic tasks, behavior management, and daily activities, collaborating with the ESS team to create a positive, structured learning environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or higher; associate degree preferred.
• Has experience in special education.
• Educational Aide certification I, II or III preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support students in small groups or 1:1.
• Assist with assignments and adaptations to materials.
• Monitor behavior and reinforce classroom rules.
• Provide personal hygiene and mobility assistance as needed.
• Attend meetings and training sessions.

Skills

Excellent oral and written comms

Interest in reading great books

Experience in special education

Education

High school degree or higher

Associate's degree or higher

Job description

Position Title: Special Education Teaching Assistant (K-5)

Location: Great Hearts Forest Heights Lower School (5538 Research Dr, San Antonio, TX 78240)

Reports To: Headmaster

FLSA Status: Hourly, Non-Exempt

Position Summary: Great Hearts Academies is committed to serving the students within our special education population in a manner that reflects and affirms their dignity and rightful participation within the larger student body. Through the use of consultation, resource, and inclusion models in a variety of academic environments, the Special Education team aims to provide support for students while working to ensure as much time as appropriate is spent within the general classroom.

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 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,

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.

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.