Special Education Assistant Fellow

Job Summary
The Special Education Assistant Fellow (SEAF) is a new position at FRCS designed for those interested in a career in education, especially in special education. This position is only for a candidate who is currently pursuing a Master's degree program. This role is not a paraprofessional or classroom teacher position. The fellowship offers an immersive, hands-on experience supporting students with disabilities and working closely with building leaders and special education teams across all three FRCS campuses. The SEAF will gain practical experience with strategies such as ABA therapeutic supports, academic interventions, and structured teaching methods. It is a full-time, school-year position that provides direct field experience, along with professional development and mentorship from certified educators and specialists. This pathway exposes the SEAF to various instructional models and student needs across different grade levels and school buildings.

Duties

• Assist in a range of instructional and therapeutic activities, including general education classrooms, small groups, and one-to-one sessions under the direction of a licensed specialist, such as BCBA, SLP, OT, Social Worker, Adjustment Counselor, or school Psychologist
• Provide cover and support for special education staff across multiple buildings as needed to ensure continuity of services.
• Support students with special needs by following the provisions specified in their Individual Education Program (IEP).
• Provide support that may include physical management, such as crisis management, taking action, or assisting educators, the school crisis team, and/or administrators in restraining students who are at risk of harming themselves or others by following school/district-approved restraint procedures to ensure the safety of students and others (training provided).
• Attend training and maintain certification in de-escalation and physical management techniques.
• Collect individual student data and report student concerns and/or progress information.
• Escort and supervise students to and from various school facilities and areas.
• Take the initiative to work collaboratively with special education, general education, teachers, and related service staff.
• Assist in establishing a positive learning environment and responding to students' needs.
• Promote independence for students with disabilities.
• Safeguard confidential information to ensure compliance with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) and the Health Information Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).

Qualifications - Required:

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university, preferably in education, social work, psychology, or a related field
• Must be currently enrolled in a Master's degree program
• Safety Care certified or the ability to be certified in Safety Care
• Experience working with students with disabilities, preferred (or willing to receive training)
• Ability to take the initiative and work independently
• Ability to de-escalate behaviors; Calm, neutral demeanor
• Reliable and well-organized with sound judgment
• Effective oral and written communication
• Deep commitment to DEI, anti-bias, and antiracist approaches to education and service.
• Candidates are subject to background checks, including CORI clearance and fingerprinting.
• Current authorization to work in the United States
• Candidates must have such authorization by their first day of employment.

Pay: $48,000.00 - $52,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person

Salary : $48,000 - $52,000