Elementary Special Education Educational Assistant (2026 -2027)

Position Overview:

The Elementary Special Education Educational Assistant will work with the Special Education Team to assist in providing specialized services and interventions with students, under the supervision of the Learning Support Specialist.

Position Requirements: 

As a Special Education EA, you will be expected to:

• Provide assistance to Learning Support Specialists/moderate-needs special education teachers  
• Assist in instruction using a variety of methods under the supervision of the special education teachers.
• Provide integrated special education services and support in the general education setting  for students on IEPs
• Provides support that promotes students' independence, interaction with other students, and overall membership in the classroom 
• Support in maintaining student records pertaining to social-emotional  and academic progress, including confidential reports and information
• Support staff in implementing behavior interventions within the classroom for students. This can be in small groups or with individual students. 
• Assist in implementing IEP,  MTSS goals, as well as Behavior Intervention Plans.
• Assist in providing general education classroom accommodation support
• Collaborate and consult with the Elementary Student Support Team, including but not limited to elementary Learning Specialists, Social Worker, Speech Language Pathologist, Occupational Therapist,  Behavior Intervention Specialist, and administration.
• Other duties as assigned by Learning Specialists and/or administration.

Qualifications Required:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent,  Pass a criminal background evaluation, Maintain a commitment to students’ learning.  Excel at organizational tasks that involve many people and variables.  Thrive in a diverse, intellectually challenging, entrepreneurial environment.  
• Previous experience working within a school or education setting.
• Responsiveness:  Follow up and follow through with students and faculty members is essential. Knowledge of both Mac and PC, and Google Suite.
• Ability to be flexible and adapt to changing priorities.
• Flexibility and willingness to collaborate with the team. 

Qualifications Preferred:

• Previous experience working with students with disabilities, including but not limited to learning disabilities, autism, speech language impairments, other health impairments, etc. 
• Previous experience working with or have familiarity with a variety of behavioral techniques and strategies.
• Previous experience working in a center-based special education program.
• CPI  Nonviolent Crisis Intervention certification (or ability to obtain)
• RBT certification

Essential Physical Requirements:

• Occasional lifting of 5 to 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand or walk for 90 minutes.
• Ability to run short distances.
• Frequent bending, stooping, walking, standing, kneeling, crawling, squatting, reaching, and sitting.

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• School Year: 2026-2027
• School Days: 173

This position will be open until filled, but will not be open past: June 30, 2026

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