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Assistant Teacher
Specialized Education Services, Inc. (Sesi) - Lanham, MD
posted 2 months ago
About the position
The Assistant Teacher at Specialized Education Services, Inc. (SESI) plays a crucial role in supporting students with special needs in educational settings. This position involves collaborating with teachers to deliver individualized services, monitor student behavior, and track educational progress, all while fostering a positive learning environment. The role is designed for those who are passionate about making a difference in the lives of students who require additional academic, emotional, social, and behavioral support.
Responsibilities
- Work with a diverse group of students from varying developmental, cultural, ethnic, racial, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
- Lead small group instruction as you implement the SESI academic rotational model.
- Partner with the teacher in providing customized behavior and academic support and conducting formal and informal assessments.
- Reinforce students' learning of teacher-introduced materials and skills by assigning relevant tasks, using data to determine appropriate materials, and completing one-on-one tutorials.
- Assist the teacher with large group activities, grading work, guiding independent study or enrichment activities, and providing accommodations and modifications as necessary.
- Utilize behavior support and intervention strategies.
- Implement de-escalation techniques, crisis management, and physical restraint if necessary to maintain the safety of students and staff.
- Support the creation and implementation of daily plans.
- Support, document, and track student growth and progress toward academic, social, and emotional goals.
- Supervise students and ensure they are always monitored, including to and from appropriate school locations.
- Work in collaboration with other teachers, assistant teachers, and related service providers to address students' needs.
Requirements
- High school diploma required; college experience or bachelor's degree highly preferred.
- Experience working with students with special needs in an educational setting preferred.
Nice-to-haves
- Experience working with students in a special education environment.
Benefits
- Paid training
- Health insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Employee assistance program
- 401(k) matching
