Special Education Assistant

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Summary Description
Performs specialized work by assisting special education teachers in instructing and supervising the activities of students with disabilities to provide a well-organized, smoothly functioning classroom environment. The position is responsible for assisting assigned teachers in preparing instructional materials, preparing classrooms for activities, supervising and assisting children in the classroom and in other areas of the school, reinforcing classroom lessons, and providing other assistance as requested;

incumbents may be responsible for providing assistance to special needs students or coordinating special projects and programs as assigned. The position works under direct supervision according to set procedures.

• Assist special education teachers in instruction and supervision of students with disabilities.
• Prepare instructional materials and classroom setup for activities.
• Supervise and assist children in the classroom and other school areas.
• Reinforce classroom lessons and provide additional support as needed.
• Assist with special needs students, or coordinate special projects and programs as assigned.

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with an Associate's Degree, or two (2) years of college (minimum 48 semester hours) or a passing score on the Para Pro Assessment Test and one (1) year of experience working with children in an educational setting.
• Must possess or be able to obtain certification in CPR and First Aid.
• Proof of education, training, and/or experience required.

Bachelor’s Degree: 4 years + required years of experience.

Master’s Degree: 6 years + required years of experience.

Entry level

Full-time

Education and Training

Education Administration Programs

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