Special Education Teaching Assistants - Multiple locations DFW

Great Hearts Online; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Great Hearts North Texas Academies seeks a Special Student Services Teaching Assistant to support both general and special education classrooms. You will work under certified teachers to assist with group and individual student needs, adapt materials, and reinforce SDI concepts in a collaborative campus setting.

The role requires strong communication skills, experience in special education, and a willingness to participate in meetings and trainings.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or higher; associate degree preferred.
• Experience in special education.
• Educational Aide certification I-III preferred.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Interest in reading great books and supporting learning.

Responsibilities

• Provide academic support in small groups or 1:1.
• Assist with assignments, homework, and projects; adapt materials as needed.
• Reinforce classroom rules and support behavior management.
• Assist with de-escalation and social skills development.
• Support transitions and activities across settings.
• Provide clerical support and help maintain an organized workspace.
• Attend meetings and training sessions; collaborate with teachers.

Skills

Oral communication

Written communication

Reading interest

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree

Educational Aide certification I-III

Job description

## Special Education Teaching Assistants - Multiple locations DFWApplyremote type: Onsitelocations: Irving, TX: Arlington, TX: Ft. Worth, Texastime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R-475Job Description**Position Title:** Special Student Services - Teaching Assistants**Department:** ESS - General**Location:** Great Hearts North Texas Academies**Reports To:** Headmaster**FLSA Status:** Hourly, Non-Exempt**Position Summary:** The 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.**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 rulesBehavior 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 effectAdditional 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.**US Work Authorization require****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.**