Qualifications:
- Associate degree or 60 college-level credits
- Must be willing to be trained to work a hoyer lift and do personal care on students.
- Successful experience working with children with special needs in an educational setting.
- Evident knowledge of literacy and mathematics and appropriate classroom practices.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Knowledge of ABA preferred, not required.
- Bilingual - Spanish- speaking preferred but not required
- CNA or HHA experience preferred but not required
To assist the student(s) with special needs in a classroom environment that supports quality teaching efforts and student achievement. Work collaboratively under the d direction of a certified teacher to assist students in general daily classroom activities, help with individual needs, and care for their physical, social/emotional health and safety, affirming their abilities and striving to promote dignity in all relationships.