Substitute Special Education Teaching Assistant

Great Hearts Online; Anthem (AZ); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Great Hearts Anthem is seeking a Substitute Exceptional Student Services Teaching Assistant for a long-term substitute position in Anthem, AZ. This onsite, part-time role runs mid-October through December/early January, supporting students with disabilities in inclusive classrooms.

The role emphasizes academic and behavior support, 1:1 or small-group assistance, SDI-based instruction, and helping with transitions and daily logistics.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Provide academic support in small groups or 1:1.
• Assist with assignments, modify materials, reinforce classroom rules.
• Monitor and support student behavior; implement behavior management strategies.
• Assist with transitions, personal hygiene, mobility; provide clerical support.
• Attend meetings and trainings; maintain a clean, organized workspace.

Skills

Communication skills

Reading interest

Education

High school diploma or higher

Associate degree or higher

Educational Aide certification I II III

Job description

Substitute Special Education Teaching Assistant### Substitute Special Education Teaching AssistantApply: Onsite: Anthem, AZ: Part time: Posted Today: R-975**Position**: Exceptional Student Services Teaching Assistant, Long-Term Substitute**Department/Location**: Great Hearts Anthem (3950 W Arroyo Norte Dr, Anthem, AZ 85087)**Reports to**: Special Education Campus Coordinator**Supervisor:**Campus Headmaster **FLSA STATUS:**Hourly/non-exempt, TemporaryHourly Rate: $16-$18 per hour*This long-term substitute role is a temporary assignment from Mid-October through December/early January, with a part-time schedule of 10- 20 hours per week.* **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. **US work authorization is required, but we do accept OPT/CPT candidates.****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.**