Transitions: Elementary Special Education Assistant

Woodridge68; United States; On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Job summary

Woodridge68 seeks a Transitions Teaching Assistant for an elementary school to support K-6 students with special education needs. You will work with teachers to assist instructional tasks and help students participate in learning activities.

Responsibilities include observing progress, documenting IEP-related observations, and aiding in routines, behavior management, and mobility tasks as directed. This 7-hour/day role is based at Willow Creek School.

Qualifications

• Must possess a ParaProfessional Statement of Approval issued by the Illinois State Board of Education.

Responsibilities

• Provides feedback with teachers and related service providers regarding student progress, interests, or challenges.
• Assists with organization and implementation of instructional tasks and materials to support learning.
• Works with individuals and small groups as requested to review, reinforce, enrich, or expand skills and concepts.
• Records observations of student behaviors and performance aligned with IEP goals.
• Assists with door, hall, and recess duties.
• Participates in in-service training as assigned.
• Uses observation and prompting to maximize student independence.
• Supports behavior management under guidance to promote self-control and self-management.
• Keeps confidentiality of student/staff information per district procedures.
• Assists with self-care needs and mobility of students as necessary.
• Supports participation in specials (art, PE, music, etc.).
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education

ParaProfessional Statement of Approval

Job description

Woodridge68 seeks a Transitions Teaching Assistant for an elementary school to support K-6 students with special education needs. You will work with teachers to assist instructional tasks and help students participate in learning activities.

Responsibilities include observing progress, documenting IEP-related observations, and aiding in routines, behavior management, and mobility tasks as directed. This 7-hour/day role is based at Willow Creek School.