SPED Transition Learning Classroom - Educational Assistant

SPED Transition Learning Classroom -

Educational Assistant JobID:

2078

Position Type:

Educational Assistants

Date Posted:

6/8/2026

Location:

District Service Center

Position Start Date:

2026-2027 school year

Closing Date:

06/19/2026

Hours:

6.75 hours per day

Salary Range:

$14.75 subject to increase based on experience. This position includes benefits. The job of Special Education Assistant under the direction of assigned personnel is to, assist, tutor, and supervise special education and other identified students in a classroom or similar learning situation; and performing classroom clerical tasks in support of the instructional process. This job reports to Building Principal and Director of Special Education

General Requirements:

Experience:

Job related experience is desired.

Education:

High School diploma or equivalent.

Certificates:

48 college units, AA degree, OR demonstrate college level skills by passing the Para proficiency test within 60 days of hire date,/parapro/register/at_home_testing

Clearances:

Employment is contingent upon a Criminal Justice Fingerprint/ground Clearance, paid for by the applicant. Essential Functions Attends meetings as requested (e.g. inservice training, workshops, etc.) for the purpose of receiving and/or conveying information. Assists special education student under the general direction of the teacher, (e.g. explain words, reading to students, arts and crafts, classroom activities, individual assignments, personal hygiene, toileting, dressing, feeding, etc.) for the purpose of providing an opportunity for them to participate in classroom activities. Confers with teacher(s) for the purpose of assisting in evaluating special education student progress and/or implementing IEP objectives. Instructs special education students and other identified students, one on one or in groups (e.g providing proper examples, reading, behavioral skills, verbal skills, writing, personal hygiene, toileting, etc.) for the purpose of assisting students in making progress on their IEP goals and/or ensuring that personal needs are met. Maintains instructional materials and/or student files/records (e.g. instructional materials, student files, checking papers, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring availability of items and/or providing reliable information. Monitor students (e.g. field trips, classroom activities, lunch room, shadow, bus, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring a safe and positive learning environment. Performs record keeping and clerical functions (e.g. correcting papers, recording grades, copying, displays, bulletin boards, collects paper, distributes supplies, etc.) for the purpose of supporting the teacher in preparing records/materials. Provides instruction to K - 12th grade age students, including transition to adulthood skills (e.g. cooking, budgeting, public transportation, and making appointments). Records observations and incidents relating to specific students for the purpose of providing documentation and/or communicating information to appropriate personnel. Responds to inquiries from staff (e.g. administrators, psychologists, teachers, etc.) for the purpose of providing information. Works with student who maybe identified with a severe disability for the purpose of ensuring the medical and instructional needs of the student(s) are met and that all relevant department, district, local, state and federal standard are maintained. Assists other personnel, as may be required, for the purpose of ensuring an efficient and effective work environment. Perform other duties such as student supervision, lunch or recess duty.

Job Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications Skills, Knowledge and Abilities SKILLS are required to perform multiple tasks with a potential need to upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skill based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: operating standard office equipment; and preparing and maintaining accurate records.

KNOWLEDGE

is required to perform basic math; understand written procedures, write routine documents, and speak clearly; and understand complex, multi-step written and oral instructions. Specific Knowledge based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: age appropriate activities; subject matter taught in assigned classrooms; and stages of child development. ABILITY is required to gather and/or collate data; and use basic, job-related equipment. Flexibility is required to work with others in a variety of circumstances; work with data utilizing defined but different processes; and operate equipment using standardized methods. Ability is also required to work with a wide diversity of individuals; work with a variety of data; and utilize specific, job-related equipment. Problem solving is required to identify issues and create action plans. Problem solving with data may require independent interpretation; and problem solving with equipment is limited to moderate. Specific Ability based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: communicating with diverse groups; maintaining confidentiality; exhibiting patience and compassion; and working with frequent interruptions. Responsibility Responsibilities include: working under limited supervision using standardized practices and/or methods; leading, guiding, and/or coordinating others; There is some opportunity to impact the organization's services. Working Environment The usual and customary methods of performing the jobs functions require the following physical demands: occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling frequent stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally the job requires 20% sitting, 40% walking, and 40% standing. The job is performed under conditions with some exposure to risk of injury and/or illness.