Upper School Special Education Aide (6-12)

Great Hearts Academies; Arlington (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Texas Teacher Retirement System

Professional development offerings

Graduate degree support

Job summary

Great Hearts Academies seeks a Special Education Teaching Assistant to support Upper School students at the Arlington campus. The role works under certified Special Education and General Education teachers to assist in 1:1 and small-group settings, adapt materials, and reinforce classroom rules.

Responsibilities include behavioral support, SDI reinforcement, helping with transitions, personal care tasks when needed, and providing clerical support to the ESS Team.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or higher is required.
• AA degree or higher preferred in some locations.
• ParaPro proficiency exam may be required before starting work.
• Educational Aide certification I, II, or III preferred.
• Experience in special education is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support students in small groups or 1:1 settings.
• Assist students with assignments, homework, and projects.
• Adapt materials and provide modifications to support learning.
• Reinforce classroom rules and routines.
• Monitor and support student behavior using strategies.
• Assist with transitions and activities.
• Provide personal hygiene support when needed (toileting, feeding, dressing).
• Provide clerical support to the ESS Team.
• Attend meetings and training sessions.

Skills

Oral and written communication

Reading great books

Education

High school diploma or higher

AA degree preferred

ParaPro certification preferred

Job description

Great Hearts Academies seeks a Special Education Teaching Assistant to support Upper School students at the Arlington campus. The role works under certified Special Education and General Education teachers to assist in 1:1 and small-group settings, adapt materials, and reinforce classroom rules.

Responsibilities include behavioral support, SDI reinforcement, helping with transitions, personal care tasks when needed, and providing clerical support to the ESS Team.