Position Title: Special Education Assistant
Location: North Aurelius Elementary / Mason Public Schools / In-Person
Reports to: Principal and Special Education Director
We are looking to hire two candidates for this position.
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Job Summary: The Special Education Assistant assists in providing multi-tiered systems of support to students. The assistant works directly with students who have a variety of needs. Some of the responsibilities include providing one-on-one or small group instruction, supporting intervention strategies, and collecting data on student progress.
Qualifications Required:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Experience working with children
- Positive attitude and ability to build rapport with students
- Ability to work cooperatively with teachers and students
Qualifications Desired:
- Associate degree in education or college coursework in education and/or related areas
- Experience as an instructional assistant/paraprofessional
- Experience supporting students with behavioral needs and/or implementing behavior plans (preferred for this role)
Job Description:
The Special Education Assistant supports students in a classroom setting by providing instructional and behavioral assistance under the direction of certified staff. This position is designed to ensure an adult is consistently available to:
- Redirect behavior before it escalates using proactive strategies and consistent routines
- Consistently follow and support implementation of an established behavior plan (including documentation as directed)
- Support transitions and student regulation (e.g., structured movement, calming strategies, reinforcement systems)
- Help staff maintain a calm and positive learning environment by using de-escalation supports, supervision, and timely communication with the teacher/team
- Need for additional training in CPI or Handle With Care
Additional responsibilities may include:
- Provide general classroom support in a general education or special education setting
- Assist with individual or small-group tutoring in academics, social skills, and intervention work as assigned
- Assist with preparing, modifying, and organizing instructional/behavioral materials
- Direct/redirect attention and support student engagement
- Assist/monitor student movement around the building and support transitions
- Maintain confidentiality for all school-related information
- Perform other duties as assigned by the building administrator/designee
Physical Requirements and Work Environment:
- This position requires long periods of standing, sitting, and walking.
- Occasional lifting of supplies and movement of classroom furnishings; may include assisting students as needed.
- Work may take place indoors and outdoors, with the possibility of travel for school activities/field trips.
Schedule:
Monday - Friday, 8:30 am to 4:00 pm, 7.50 hours daily, 37.50 hours weekly, August-June
Wage: $15.81 per hour
Benefits: Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, 6 School Closure Days, Retirement, and Holidays per the bargaining unit agreement.
Deadline: October 5th, 2026
We are looking to hire two candidates for this position.
