Upper School Special Education Aide (Grades 6-12)

Great Hearts Academies; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 3,031,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Exceptional benefits (medical, dental,

Vision insurance

Texas Teacher Retirement System

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Great Hearts Academies in Fort Worth, TX is seeking a Special Education Teaching Assistant (Upper School) to support students in both general education and special education resource classrooms. The assistant will work under certified teachers to implement adapted materials and SDI strategies.

Strong communication skills, prior SPED experience, and an Educational Aide certification preferred. This hourly, non-exempt role may require travel for training and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or higher; AA/AS preferred in some locations.
• Has experience in special education.
• Educational Aide certification I, II, or III preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supports students in small groups or 1:1.
• Assists students with assignments, homework and projects.
• Adapts materials and provides modifications to aid learning.
• Reinforces classroom rules and supports behavior expectations.
• Travel may be required for training and professional development.

Skills

Oral communication

Written communication

Reading interest

Education

High school diploma or higher

AA/AS degree preferred

Job description

Great Hearts Academies in Fort Worth, TX is seeking a Special Education Teaching Assistant (Upper School) to support students in both general education and special education resource classrooms. The assistant will work under certified teachers to implement adapted materials and SDI strategies.

Strong communication skills, prior SPED experience, and an Educational Aide certification preferred. This hourly, non-exempt role may require travel for training and professional development opportunities.