Special Education Assistant
Core
Provide direct support to students with disabilities, implementing behavior plans and adapting classroom activities to ensure access to education.
Role type
Special Education Assistant (IC)
Builds
Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and behavior support plans for students with special needs
Domain
K-8 Education / Special Education
Deliverable
client delivery
Required skills
Crisis intervention, behavior management strategies, IEP implementation, classroom adaptation, data collection, student supervision
Preferred skills
Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (NCI) certification, First Aid/CPR, Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) knowledge
Technologies
N/A
Responsibilities
Implement positive behavioral support plans and behavior management strategies; adapt classroom activities and materials under teacher direction; supervise students during all school activities including recess and lunch; assist teachers in instruction and behavior support; manage student behavior and assist in crisis intervention including restraint; participate in IEP meetings and assist with student assessments; maintain documentation and data collection systems.
Seniority
Entry-level to Mid-level, hands-on IC