Special Needs Teaching Assistant (Autism & Behaviour)

Empowering Learning Ltd; New York (NY); On-site; USD 24,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Empowering Learning Ltd are working with a Primary and Secondary Special Needs School in York seeking Teaching Assistants to support in classrooms on a 1:1 basis or within small groups. These roles start ASAP and offer daily pay of £100–£110 during school hours 8.30am–3.30pm.

Your duties include assisting teachers, supporting pupils with autism and challenging behaviours, and helping to create a positive, inclusive learning environment across primary and secondary settings.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children, including those with special needs.
• Knowledge of special education practices and strategies.
• Ability to effectively communicate with students, parents and colleagues.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Patience, empathy and a positive attitude towards working with children.
• Ability to adapt to changing situations and handle challenging behaviours.
• Knowledge of toddler care and development is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist the lead teacher in implementing educational programs and activities for students.
• Provide support to students with special needs, including those with autism.
• Assist in creating a positive and inclusive learning environment.
• Help students with daily tasks, such as personal care and hygiene.
• Support students in their academic and social development.
• Collaborate with the lead teacher to develop and implement individualized education plans (IEPs) for students.
• Monitor student progress and provide feedback to the lead teacher.
• Assist with classroom management and behaviour management strategies.

Skills

Experience with children

Special education practices

Communication with students, parents,

Organizational skills

Patience and empathy

Adaptability

Knowledge of toddler care

Job description

Empowering Learning Ltd are working with a Primary and Secondary Special Needs School in York seeking Teaching Assistants to support in classrooms on a 1:1 basis or within small groups. These roles start ASAP and offer daily pay of £100–£110 during school hours 8.30am–3.30pm.

Your duties include assisting teachers, supporting pupils with autism and challenging behaviours, and helping to create a positive, inclusive learning environment across primary and secondary settings.