Upper School Special Education Assistant | Support & Growth

Great Hearts Academies; Arlington (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Exceptional benefits

Texas Teacher Retirement System

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Great Hearts Arlington Upper School is seeking a Special Education Teaching Assistant to support students in general and special education settings. The role collaborates with certified SPED and General Education teachers to implement modifications and reinforce learning in a structured, supportive environment.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or higher (AA preferred), experience in SPED, and strong communication skills; Educational Aide certification is a plus.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or higher; Associate’s degree preferred.
• Experience in special education.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills; interest in reading great books.

Responsibilities

• Supports students in small groups or 1:1.
• Assist students with assignments, homework, projects.
• Adapts materials and provides modifications to help learning.
• Reinforces classroom rules and routines.

Skills

Communication skills

Reading interest

Education

High school diploma or higher

Associate’s degree preferred

Tools

Educational Aide certification I/II/III preferred

Job description

Great Hearts Arlington Upper School is seeking a Special Education Teaching Assistant to support students in general and special education settings. The role collaborates with certified SPED and General Education teachers to implement modifications and reinforce learning in a structured, supportive environment.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or higher (AA preferred), experience in SPED, and strong communication skills; Educational Aide certification is a plus.