What are the responsibilities and job description for the Special Education Assistant position at Gateway Academy?
JOB SUMMARY To provide assistance to certified teachers, occupational therapists, physical therapists, and other certified specialists in the education and care students with mild disabilities. Position is currently part-time, M-F, 11-3, but has the possibility of adding additional hours in our Extended Day program from 3-5 if desired. There is also the possibility of this position becoming full-time in January, M-F, 8-5 with Extended Day.JOB DESCRIPTION
- Provides instruction to students as prescribed by the supervising teacher and reinforces skills introduced by the teacher.
- Uses basic classroom technology for instruction.
- Monitor and assist students as needed in their daily routines across classroom activities and/or settings.
- Assist in collecting data for behavioral or academic progress.
- Initiate and follow through with behavioral interventions as designated and demonstrated by the classroom teacher.
- Communicate with all team members in an appropriate manner regarding student progress and/or concerns.
- Participate in planning meetings regarding classroom curricular expectations as well as student needs across all developmental areas.
- Assist individual students as necessary to follow routines, follow directions, follow an individual schedule, and/or complete tasks.
- Monitor students at all times including special activities, lunch,restroom visits, therapy visits, and times of transition.
- Create materials as time allows and directed by teacher.
- Clean-up after students as necessary and at the end of the day.
- Prepare room daily for instruction as designated by teacher.
- Assist in helping a student develop necessary skills in the generalized education environment.
- Communicate any concerns to the classroom teacher regarding student performance and concerns.
- Communicate effectively and with a professional manner with general education staff when assigned.
- Remain professional and keep student information confidential at all times.
Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
Education and/or Work Experience Requirements:
- High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
- Must meet state and local requirements for employment.
- Experience working with young children is preferred.
- Experience with ABA is highly desirable.
Job Type: Part-time, M-F, 10-3, with the ability to add After-care hours from 3-5pm.
Pay: From $18-22 per hour
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour
Expected hours: 20 per week
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $22