Experienced Special Education Teaching Assistant – Supportive Learning Environment for Students with Diverse Needs

Are you passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of students with special needs? Do you have a strong desire to work in a supportive learning environment that fosters growth and development? If so, we invite you to join our team as an Experienced Special Education Teaching Assistant at Bartholomew Consolidated School Corporation.

About Us

Bartholomew Consolidated School Corporation is a dynamic and inclusive school district that serves students from diverse backgrounds. Our mission is to provide a high-quality education that prepares students for success in an ever-changing world. We are committed to creating a supportive learning environment that values diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Job Summary

As an Experienced Special Education Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting students with special needs in the classroom. Under the direct supervision of a certified staff member, you will assist with instructional goals and objectives, free certified professionals from non-professional duties, and contribute to the development of the educational program. This is a unique opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of students and be part of a dedicated team that is passionate about education.

Key Responsibilities

* Assist and guide students to reinforce reading, language arts, mathematics, computer instruction, and other skills

• Work with students individually and in small groups to reinforce basic learning and implement assigned programs
• Assist professional staff in the administration and correction of classroom exercises, tests, and assessments
• Assist in classroom preparations and strategies for reinforcing instructional materials and skills according to individual student needs
• Assist with record-keeping procedures to document student learning and performance
• Assist with classroom behavioral management to minimize disruptions, ensure a safe and orderly classroom, and ensure students are on task
• Assist students in non-instructional areas, such as supervising the student lunch programs, bus duty, playground duty, corridor, study hall, and other related non-instructional areas
• Accompany students on field trips for the purpose of assisting with supervision
• Construct, copy, and distribute educational materials as needed
• Assist teacher with parent contact as requested to foster effective and participatory parent involvement in student education
• Assist students with special needs in all aspects of classroom instruction to maximize inclusion, learning, achievement of IEP objectives, etc.
• Participate in IEP process and serve as resource for the student personnel evaluation team as needed
• Assist students with disabilities with activities of daily living for the purpose of maximizing their ability to participate in school or learning activities
• Follow all applicable safety rules, procedures, and regulations governing the proper manner of assistance for all students, including those with disabilities or other special needs
• May assist in the training of other teaching assistants
• Assist with student hygiene needs, which may include toileting

Additional Duties

* Assist counseling or building administration, as needed

• Perform any other related duties as assigned

Equipment Use

* Standard office equipment, such as personal computers and copiers

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

* Ability to carry out instructions furnished in written or oral form

• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide, and perform arithmetic operations as needed to assist students
• Ability to understand, apply, and use personal computers and software applications (e.g., Word, Excel)
• Ability to work with a diverse group of individuals
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of information regarding students, employees, and others
• Ability to establish a supportive and compassionate relationship with students with special needs
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, staff, and others contacted in the course of work
• Ability to report work orally or in writing to supervisor as required
• Effective writing and verbal communication skills

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards

* Works in standard office and school building environments

• Ability to work outdoors during outdoor student activities

Qualifications Profile

* Any combination of education and experience providing the required skill and knowledge for successful performance would be qualifying

• Typical qualifications would be equivalent to:

+ High School diploma or equivalent + Prior experience working with special needs children desirable

Terms of Employment

* Less than 12 month

• 6.5 Hours per day
• Full Benefits
• Grade 8 on Classified Staff Salary Matrix
• Other conditions and stipulations as listed in the Classified Staff Handbook
• Starting Hourly Rate Placement: $15.71
• An Additional $1 per hour will be paid from referendum funds

Hiring Manager

* Chris Smith - [email protected]

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If you are a motivated and compassionate individual who is passionate about making a difference in the lives of students with special needs, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Please submit your application through the link below. Apply To This Job

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