Special Education Teaching Assistant - Transform Lives

RITI; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid breaks

Sick leave

Tuition assistance

Health insurance

403B plan

Employee discounts

EAP

Career growth

Job summary

The Faison Center in Newport News, VA is seeking a Teaching Assistant in Special Education to support individualized instruction for students with ASD and developmental disabilities. You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, assist with daily living skills, and help students achieve personalized milestones.

No prior experience? The center provides robust training; high school diploma required, associate or bachelor's preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (required)
• Associate or Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Experience supporting individuals with cognitive or physical disabilities is a plus

Responsibilities

• Teach new skills one-on-one or in small groups across varied settings
• Facilitate participation in recreational and physical education activities
• Assist with off-campus community-based learning experiences
• Track student progress through data collection
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to support educational and personal goals
• Help with daily living activities, including hygiene and toileting as needed
• Support individuals who may exhibit challenging behaviors

Skills

Compassion

Patience

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

The Faison Center in Newport News, VA is seeking a Teaching Assistant in Special Education to support individualized instruction for students with ASD and developmental disabilities. You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, assist with daily living skills, and help students achieve personalized milestones.

No prior experience? The center provides robust training; high school diploma required, associate or bachelor's preferred.