Special Education Teaching Assistant K-5

Position Title:

Special Education Teaching Assistant (K-5)

Location:

Great Hearts Lakeside Lower School (7633 Harris Parkway Fort Worth, TX 76123)

Reports To:

Headmaster

FLSA Status:
Hourly, Non-Exempt

Position Summary:

Great Hearts Academies is committed to serving the students within our special education population in a manner that reflects and affirms their dignity and rightful participation within the larger student body. Through the use of consultation, resource, and inclusion models in a variety of academic environments, the Special Education team aims to provide support for students while working to ensure as much time as appropriate is spent within the general classroom.

The Special Education Teaching Assistant is a non-certified assistant to the Special Education Program at the academy for both general education and special education resource classrooms. The assistant will work to support students in all settings on campus under the direction of and in collaboration with the certified Special Education teachers and General Education teachers. Additional duties may be included, depending on the experience and expertise of the candidate and the specific academy needs.

• Academic Support
  • Supports students in small groups or 1:1
  • Assist students with assignments, homework, projects
  • Understanding how to adapt materials and provide modifications to help students learn the material
  • Help students understand the classroom rules and reinforce the classroom rules
• Behavior Support
  • Monitor student behavior to ensure safety and appropriate interactions.
  • Implement behavior management strategies
  • Assist students with developing social skills, appropriate interactions, and positive behaviors
  • Assist with de-escalating student behaviors and ask for support for General Education Teacher and Special Education Team Members as needed
  • Reinforces SDI concepts that have already been in effect
• Additional Support
  • Help students with transitions and activities.
  • Support students with personal hygiene needs such as toileting, feeding, and dressing
  • Support students with mobility and adaptive equipment
• Additional Duties
  • Attend meetings and training sessions
  • Help maintain a clean and organized work area
  • Provide a supportive and positive learning environment

High school degree or higher. Ideally, candidates will hold an associate's degree or higher.

Has experience in special education.

Excellent oral and written communication skills, and an interest in reading great books. Educational Aide certification I, II, or III preferred.

Requires but is not limited to standing, sitting, repetitious hand and body movements, bending, squatting, and reaching. May be required to move or position equipment up to 15 pounds approximately.

US Work Authorization is required.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a criminal history background check and fingerprint clearance in accordance with state requirements.

Travel required:

May need to travel locally for training and professional development opportunities.

This description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions. It does not exclude or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.

Great Hearts Academies is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Our purpose is to cultivate the minds and hearts of students through the pursuit of Truth, Goodness, and Beauty.

Great Hearts Academies leads the way in classical, liberal arts education.

We are a growing network of charter schools and private Christian schools, expanding in existing and new regions across Arizona, Louisiana, and Texas.

Whether you are seeking teaching, leadership, or campus support opportunities, we have established a mission-driven culture and emphasis on learning and growing, professionally and personally.

At Great Hearts, we provide a calling to shape the future through an education that fosters human flourishing and academic excellence.

We celebrate diversity and welcome individuals from all backgrounds—inside and outside education—who bring unique perspectives and ideas to enrich our community.

Through meaningful conversations and collaboration, we foster a strong, supportive cohort of educators.

At Great Hearts, your passion and expertise will thrive in a supportive and dynamic environment.

Learn how you can grow both in mind and heart as an employee of Great Hearts.

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