Special Education Teaching Assistant (1801)

Overview: University Instructors is recruiting for immediate placement of dynamic special education classroom aides to support our local partner district. As an aide or paraprofessional, you will directly impact students in special education programs. You will also partner with teachers to provide instruction, behavior management, and primary care to students. ***This position is located in Lakewood, WA.*** Responsibilities: Position Summary: This position is responsible for providing assistance to students under the supervision of certificated staff in Behavior Intervention Programs and other learning environments where behavior program-placed students are integrated. Essential Duties: This list of essential job functions is not exhaustive and may be supplemented as necessary. Depending upon individual assignment, the employee may perform all or a combination of several of the following duties: Successful applicants will: Assist students in one-to-one and small group settings to provide additional learning support for instructional areas including vocabulary, writing, reading, library, math, social studies, natural and computer science, and special needs Assist students in dealing with conflict, expressing themselves in appropriate ways, and improving their behavior Assist students with any areas of speech/language affecting successful communication Assist teachers in the preparation of learning materials, including making copies, bulletin boards, and visual learning aids Assist students with special needs, skills improvement, behavior techniques, and other activities Assist students with gross and fine motor strengthening programs and activities Assist student with making speech sounds; improving rhythm, fluency, and voice quality; and helping correct oral motor problems and cognitive communication impairments Assist students with vision-related training Assist students with wheelchair mobility, dressing, and feeding Supervise and correct students as necessary to maintain a safe environment, with a focus on Positive Behavioral Intervention and Supports Assist in recreational, playground, and/or physical education activities Coordinate activities and meets with teacher(s) on a regular basis Administer tests and evaluates student progress in topical area and grades assignments and tests as directed Assist teacher(s) in the maintenance of student records and grades Supervise students and enforce assigned area rules Supervise and correct students as necessary to maintain a safe environment Supervise and oversee student activities and safety in assigned areas May answer phones, assist visitors, maintain records, collect and distribute materials, inventory, and order and process materials May escort students to and from locations Collect and maintain data logs regarding student’s learning goals Use computers and related technologies as needed by the program goals Attend meeting or trainings as required, with emphasis on behavioral intervention and student de-escalation Maintain consistent presence at assigned worksite and regular work hours Professionally interact with students, staff, and public Comply with all district policies and procedures Perform related duties as assigned Qualifications: Education Requirements: We are seeking individuals who have relevant experience working with special education students. Additionally, you must hold a high school diploma, or it recognized equivalent (i.e., GED) and hold one of the following: Parapro Assessment with score of 455 or higher OR A bachelor’s degree OR An associate degree OR Two years of study at an institution of higher ed and at least 48 semester or 72 quarter credit hours completed of post-secondary education from a regionally accredited institution. Compensation: $25.34 per hour | Monday–Friday | Daytime schedule EEO Statement: University Instructors is an equal opportunity employer.