Education Support Specialist

5 days ago


San Jose, California, United States Alpha Public Schools Full time

Alpha Public Schools is a network of four high-performing public charter schools committed to helping transform their community.

Role Overview

We are seeking an Education Support Specialist to join our team. As a key member of our Special Education department, you will play a vital role in supporting students with special needs and contributing to their academic growth.

This is an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic and inclusive environment, where you will have the chance to make a real difference in the lives of our scholars.

About the Role

The Education Support Specialist will be responsible for:

  • Providing support to students with special needs, including those with IEPs (Individualized Education Programs)
  • Collaborating with special education teachers and other staff members to develop and implement individualized lesson plans
  • Analyzing data and conducting assessments to track student progress on IEP goals
  • Becoming an expert in understanding diverse learning styles, adapting instruction to meet the unique needs of all students
Requirements

To be successful in this role, you will need:

  • A minimum AA degree required (BA preferred), or completion of two years of college, not a degree but 72 quarter hours or 48 semester hours of college credit, or a passing score on the Praxis Paraprofessional Assessment Test
  • High behavioral expectations and academic expectations for all students
  • Excellent knowledge of child development and educational practices
  • Experience working with students and classroom management
  • A willingness to be flexible with your schedule
  • A commitment to working with students in traditionally underserved communities
Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

  • Competitive hourly rate starting at $23.09, increasing based on years of experience
  • Health benefits plans for medical, vision, and dental insurance coverage for staff and their families
  • Retirement matching options
  • Paid time off for holidays and Winter break between the end of December and New Year's (2 weeks)
  • Generous paternity/maternity leave benefits, including 4 weeks of paid parental leave in addition to state and federal leave allowances
  • APS Tuition Assistance Program providing up to $4,000 of financial assistance towards attaining bachelor degrees and teacher credentials
  • Employee Assistance Program offering access to professional services for workplace, life, and wellbeing support and services
Location

Our offices are located in East San José, a vibrant and diverse community with a strong sense of pride and resilience.

We strive to create a culture that reflects the values of our community, and we welcome applications from candidates who share our commitment to inclusivity and social justice.

Please note that this role requires the ability to pass a background check prior to employment.



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