Teacher Assistant, Special Education Life Skills ESY; TEMPORARY

Teacher Assistant, Special Education Life Skills ESY (TEMPORARY)

Job : 5646904

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: Apr 15, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Title: Teacher Assistant – Special Education

Evaluation Type: Paraprofessional

Department: Designated Campus

Pay Grade: P2

FLSA Category: Non-Exempt

Date Revised: February 2019

Supervisor: Principal

Basic Function & Responsibility: Provide instructional support for individual or group of students in a school under the direction of a certified classroom teacher; assist with physical needs of students, if required.

Characteristic

Duties & Responsibilities:

The essential functions pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act may include the characteristic duties, responsibilities, knowledge, skills, and abilities noted herein; however, this is not a comprehensive listing.

• Assist teacher with daily classroom activities; prepare/modify activities; assist with independent study or lead small groups; inform teacher of students’ progress.
• Support the improvement of instruction.
• Implement strategies and supports recommended by instructional and related service providers.
• Support and participate in meeting the objectives of the campus/department improvement plan.

• Foster independence by scaffolding support as directed by the classroom teacher.
• Communicate with families under the direction of the classroom teacher.
• Assist in resolving parent/student issues and concerns in a timely manner.
• Assist in managing student behavior in the classroom and common campus areas in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.

• Assist teacher with preparation of instructional equipment and displays; ensure specific materials and supplies are ready; maintain safe instructional area; perform clerical duties and assist with operation of equipment.
• Provide assistance to campuses/departments as requested.

• Work collaboratively to improve programs.

• Participate in professional development that increases effectiveness and improves District performance.

• Support the administration of state‑mandated testing at campuses in compliance with state and federal guidelines.

• Interact positively with employees and the community to provide needed information and to promote the District in a favorable manner.

• Participate in team building activities and the decision‑making process as appropriate.
• Communicate and collaborate with campus/department staff to enhance service delivery and customer satisfaction.

• Comply with policies established by federal and state law, including but not limited to State Board of Education and local Board policy.
• Perform other job‑related duties as assigned.

None.

• Knowledge of District, campus, and classroom policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of techniques used in assisting students with special needs.
• Knowledge of SAMA de‑escalation and restraint techniques, First Aid and CPR.
• Skill in utilizing general instructional strategies.
• Skill in applying classroom/student discipline management.
• Skill in communicating effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Skill in operating standard computer and software applications.
• Ability to organize and prioritize work responsibilities.

High school diploma or equivalent and three months of related experience.

• Maintain emotional control under stress.
• Work with frequent interruptions.
• Sit, walk, stand, stoop, and bend on a frequent basis.
• Lift and move up to 50 lbs occasionally.
• Manage aggressive or dangerous behavior through SAMA de‑escalation and physical restraint techniques.

• Work is performed in both indoor and outdoor environments.
• Work involves moderate to frequent exposure to bacteria, communicable diseases, unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises.
• Work involves constant interpersonal interactions within the educational environment.
• Work may involve aggressive, physical contact initiated by students.

Temporary

$20 to $20 Per Hour