Croninger | Developmental Delay Special Education Assistant

Croninger Elementary School – Special Education Assistant (5‑hour Developmental Delay 1:1) – 2026‑2027 School Year

Job : 5843815

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: Jul 21, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Purpose: Assist teachers with a variety of instructional, clerical, student management, and daily life activities for special‑education students in special‑education or general classrooms.

• Work Schedule: School year
• Work Hours: Shifts typically occur within the hours of 7:15 am to 3:30 pm. Exact start and end times may vary based on the needs of the school and the number of hours allocated for the position.
• Benefits Included: Paid Holidays, Paid Time Off, Basic Term Life Insurance, Optional Direct Primary Care Plan, Various Optional Supplemental Benefits
  • For positions working more than 6 hours per day, benefits also include a public pension.

Candidate must have a high school diploma or GED. Preference for candidates with previous experience working with students with special needs. Must be flexible to meet the changing needs of students and have strong tutorial skills. Must be able to relate well with students, staff, and parents. Candidate must have a strong desire to see young people succeed and a positive attitude, able to complete tasks independently.

Must have strong office, computer, oral, and written communication skills. Incumbents must possess knowledge of child guidance principles and practices, and basic instructional methods and techniques. Must be willing to supervise students in community settings and participate in training provided by the Special Education Department.

• Two years of college experience from an accredited college
• A two‑year college degree from an accredited college
• Passed the Para‑Pro Assessment
• One year or 1,000 hours of previous employment in a school or working with children
• Passed annual school‑level evaluations
• Completed 48 credit hours of college‑level classes from an accredited college
• Child Development Associate (CDA) credentials

Position Type: Part‑time
Salary: $16.01 to $19.14 per hour

• Citizenship, residency, or work visa required.