Special Education Teaching Assistant
2 months ago
ROLE
When you join the YES Prep team, some of the exciting work and responsibilities will include:
Assisting Special Education and General Education Teacher(s) with the supervision of students in all instructional settings; Assisting Special Education and General Education Teacher(s) with behavior management techniques by demonstrating, modeling, and positively reinforcing desired behaviors; Maintaining data as identified by teacher(s), students’ IEP goals, and/or Behavior Intervention Plans; Assisting in tailoring lessons to meet an individual student’s needs; Supporting Special Education and General Education teacher(s) with lesson plans by practicing and reinforcing learning concepts; Assisting students in performing self-help and academic skills; Assisting with administration and scoring of tests and work assignments; Assisting Special Education and General Education Teacher(s) with implementation of accommodations and/or modifications; Adapting classroom activities, assignments, and/or materials to support and reinforce classroom objectives; Monitoring students during transition times throughout the school day, inside and outside of the classroom; Provide personal care services for students as needed; and Additional duties as assigned.THE PERSON
We seek staff with diverse backgrounds, talents, interests, and ideas. Certain traits consistently shine through for our most successful employees: passion for the mission, drive for results, care for students, resilience, and humility. Other traits needed and desired for this role are:
MUST HAVES
High School Diploma At least 2 years of relevant work experience Current Educational Aide certification, or a minimum of two years of post-secondary education Interest in working one-on-one with a student with significant needs, including medical needs Ability to physically assist students with self-help, mobility, academic, and behavioral skills Belief in and commitment to the mission and core value of YES Prep Public Schools Openness to giving and receiving frequent feedback Ability to maintain emotional control under stress Ability to work urgently in a fast-paced and results-oriented environment Ability to juggle multiple tasks and initiatives at once Demonstrated ability to work on a team A dedication to learn, grow, and develop as a professionalTHE MUST HAVE BELIEFS
Belief in and commitment to the mission and core value of YES Prep Public Schools Desire to disrupt systemic status quos in education Willingness to go above and beyond to disrupt said status quos Passion to develop resiliency through a relentless pursuit of jaw-dropping resultsconviction thathigh expectations+ high accountability = high performance and high growth
EVERY OPPORTUNITY STARTS WITH A YES
Great schools begin with great people who believe every day is an opportunity to make a difference. At YES Prep, you have an opportunity to join a family of diverse educators who are leveling the playing field by providing opportunities for a high-quality, college-forward curriculum while also ensuring our students feel supported through their academic journey and empowered to lead choice-filled lives. YES Prep is more than a family of public charter schools, it’s the future of public education—it’s an opportunity to say, “Yes, you can
THE PERKS
– This position is anon-exempt, hourly position; offers commensurate with experience. Health and Supplemental Insurance– A $0 monthly medical option that includes $600 towards a Health Savings Account, in addition to a variety of supplemental benefits including Dental, Vision, Disability, Life, etc. Employees must work 20+ hours a week to be eligible for a full spectrum of benefits, and 10 hours a week minimum for medical benefits. Retirement Plans – Participation in Teacher Retirement System of Texas and a 457b Retirement Plan. Paid Time Off– Employees working 20+ hours a week receive 10 days of Paid Time Off in addition to the system closures during the .Please note, part-time hourly employees (working fewer than 40 hours/week) do not receive pay during system closures. Additionally, 10- and 11-month hourly employees do not receive pay during the months in which they are not working.
Paid Leave Programming – In the event you need to be out due to medical needs (including maternity and paternity leave), YES Prep offers paid leave, paid out at 100%, based on eligibility and tenure. Professional Development - YES Prep values longevity and performance over time. We invest in developing leaders through high-quality programs, effective coaching, and ongoing professional development. – The strong cultures of our campuses and Home Office are just one of many reasons we were named in 2018 and 2019. We won theand were a 2016 finalist as well.-
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