Special Needs Classroom Assistant

Onslow County Public Schools; Town of Colonie (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Onslow County Public Schools is seeking an Exceptional Children Teacher Assistant for the 2026-2027 school year. This role involves assisting teachers and therapists with children who have mental, physical, and emotional disabilities. Candidates should have an Associate's Degree and be able to manage individual and group students effectively. Strong interpersonal skills and compassion for students are essential. The position is non-exempt and comes with responsibilities in student engagement and classroom management.

Qualifications

• Assists teachers and therapists in daily classroom activities.
• Ability to work with children aged 3 to 21 years with disabilities.
• Ability to assist in personal care and hygiene of students.

Responsibilities

• Assists in classroom management and maintaining discipline.
• Monitors safety and well-being of students.
• Records student behavior and progress.

Skills

Maintain composure in difficult situations

Knowledge of educational needs of individuals with disabilities

Interact with disabled children

Operate data entry equipment

Maintain confidentiality

Cooperatively work with school personnel

Education

Two year Associate's Degree in Education preferred

Associate's Degree from accredited college

Job description

Onslow County Public Schools is seeking an Exceptional Children Teacher Assistant for the 2026-2027 school year. This role involves assisting teachers and therapists with children who have mental, physical, and emotional disabilities. Candidates should have an Associate's Degree and be able to manage individual and group students effectively. Strong interpersonal skills and compassion for students are essential. The position is non-exempt and comes with responsibilities in student engagement and classroom management.