Special Education Teaching Assistants - Multiple location Phoenix Valley

0000 Great Hearts America; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 2,755,000; Full time

Job summary

Great Hearts Academies in Arizona seeks a Special Student Services Teaching Assistant to support both general and special education classrooms under certified teachers. This hourly, non-exempt role collaborates with teachers to assist with assignments, behavior support, and classroom routines.

Responsibilities include small group and 1:1 academic support, implementing SDI concepts, managing transitions, and assisting with personal care and mobility as needed.

Qualifications

• High school degree or higher; an associate's degree or higher is preferred.
• Has experience in special education.

Responsibilities

• Supports students in small groups or 1:1.
• Assists students with assignments, homework, projects.
• Adapts materials and provides modifications to help students learn.
• Reinforces classroom rules and procedures.
• Monitors student behavior and supports positive interactions.
• Assists with de-escalating behaviors and requests support as needed.
• Provides general clerical support for the ESS Team.
• Attends meetings and training sessions.

Skills

Communication skills

Reading interest

Education

High school diploma or higher

Associate's degree or higher preferred

Job description

Position Title: Special Student Services - Teaching Assistants Department: ESS - General Location: Great Hearts Arizona Academies Reports To: Headmaster FLSA Status: Hourly/Non-Exempt

Position Summary: The Special Student Services (Special Education and ESL) 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.

Roles 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.

Travel required:

• May need to travel locally for training and professional development opportunities.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a criminal history background check and fingerprint clearance in accordance with state requirements.

US work authorization isrequired, but we do accept OPT/CPT candidates.

Great Hearts Academies is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Our purpose is to cultivate the minds and hearts of students through the pursuit of Truth, Goodness, and Beauty.

Great Hearts Academies leads the way in classical, liberal arts education.

We are a growing network of charter schools and private Christian schools, expanding in existing and new regions across Arizona, Louisiana, and Texas.

Whether you are seeking teaching, leadership, or campus support opportunities, we have established a mission-driven culture and emphasis on learning and growing, professionally and personally.

At Great Hearts, we provide a calling to shape the future through an education that fosters human flourishing and academic excellence.

We celebrate diversity and welcome individuals from all backgrounds—inside and outside education—who bring unique perspectives and ideas to enrich our community.

Through meaningful conversations and collaboration, we foster a strong, supportive cohort of educators.

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