Special Education Teaching Assistant (K-5)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Texas Teacher Retirement System

Professional development

Job summary

Great Hearts Academies is seeking a dedicated Special Education Teaching Assistant for K-5 at the San Antonio campus. The role supports students in general and special education settings, collaborating with certified teachers to adapt materials and reinforce classroom rules.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or higher, experience in special education, and strong communication skills. The position involves assisting with transitions, personal care tasks, and maintaining a positive

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma or higher, with preference for associate's or higher.
• Educational Aide certification I, II, or III preferred.
• Experience in special education is a plus, with strong written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide academic support in small groups or 1:1 settings.
• Assist with assignments, homework, and modifications to help learning.
• Support behavior management and social skills development.
• Assist with transitions, personal care tasks, and mobility needs as required.
• Attend meetings and maintain organized work area to support ESS team.

Skills

Communication skills

Reading great books

Education

High school diploma or higher

Associate's degree or higher

Educational Aide certification I/II/III preferred

Job description

Position Title: Special Education Teaching Assistant (K-5)Location: Great Hearts Northern Oaks Lower School (17223 Jones Maltsberger Rd, San Antonio, TX 78247)Reports To: HeadmasterFLSA Status: Hourly, Non-ExemptWe are looking for life-long learners passionate about shaping students' hearts and minds. Join Great Hearts Academies, a growing network of 49 public, open-enrollment, tuition-free classical schools in Phoenix (AZ), Baton Rouge(LA), Dallas/Ft. Worth (TX), and San Antonio (TX).Great Hearts currently provides over 30,000 K-12 students with access to a high quality, classical liberal arts education. We believe the highest goal of education is to become good, intellectually and morally.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 universitiesSpecial Education Teaching Assistant role at Great Hearts:The Special Education 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 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 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,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.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.