Special Education Aide
OVERVIEW: Under the direction of an assigned supervisor, assist a certificated teacher in providing instruction to individuals or groups of students placed in special education programs because of specific learning disabilities, severe emotional and behavioral issues, orthopedic disabilities and/or other limiting conditions; monitor and report student progress regarding behavior and performance; perform a variety of clerical and instructional duties in support of the instructional program as required by the disabling/limiting condition of the student and according to established Individual Education Plans (IEPs).
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES: • Assist a certificated teacher in providing instruction to students in an assigned special education program such as Therapeutic Services, Specialized Academic Instruction Learning Centers, orally/aurally, or other special education assignment, mainstreamed class, general education classroom, physical education, recess, lunch, or other activities as assigned.
• Provide instructional assistance to individuals or groups of special education students in a special or mainstreamed classroom; assist and attend to special education students during classroom activities, physical education periods or other activities as assigned.
• Assist students in understanding and comprehension of classroom assignments; explain errors and answer questions to reinforce the main lesson plans; assist students with problem-solving tasks, reading, English and other assignments.
• Reinforce instruction to students with learning disabilities, communication and behavioral issues; confer with teachers, counselors, psychologists, and administrators concerning programs and materials to meet the individual needs of special education students.
• Maintain order and direct group activities of students as assigned; monitor, observe and control behavior of students; report progress and concerns regarding student performance and behavior to the teacher; supervis
Instructional Aide Special Education - Mild to Moderate in palo alto at Unknown Company
- Typical pay
- $46,800–$46,800
For context, most teacher assistants earn between $46,800–$46,800 a year according to Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data. What this particular role pays is set by the employer — check the description above.
This position is listed as full time and onsite.