What are the responsibilities and job description for the Teaching Assistant for Special Needs Classroom - IMMEDIATE HIRE position at Ignite Education Group?
Would you like to work in a setting where you can improve students’ learning, promote their resilience and confidence, and make a genuine difference? Ignite Achievement Academy is a private, accredited school serving Charlotte, NC students in grades K-12 with special needs and learning differences.
This position is located at our North Campus at 3835 W. WT Harris Blvd. Charlotte, NC 28269.
As a Teaching Assistant, you will work alongside the classroom teacher to support each child’s individual instructional plan. Each classroom consists of approximately four to six students who receive a mixture of whole-group instruction and small-group instruction based on their unique learning needs. The Teaching Assistant assists the teacher throughout the day with differentiated instruction and one-on-one student support – typically Monday through Friday between the hours of 9:00AM and 3:00PM.
The Teaching Assistant will deliver supportive instruction aligning to the student’s instructional plan, collect data, observe students responses, and work closely with assigned students in small-groups and/or one-on-one. Training is provided in advance of the school year to ensure Teaching Assistants are equipped with the tools and skills necessary to excel in this position.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist the classroom teacher in delivering instructional activities and lessons tailored to the needs of students with disabilities.
- Support students with their academic, social, and emotional development.
- Transition students to and from the restroom and provide verbal prompting to maintain bathroom hygiene;
- Implement and reinforce classroom routines and behavior management strategies.
- Provide one-on-one or small group support to students, ensuring they remain engaged and on task.
- Foster a safe, nurturing, and respectful classroom environment.
- Communicate effectively with the classroom teacher and other staff members regarding student progress and needs.
- Participate in professional development and training sessions as required.
- Assist with implementing and adapting technology and assistive devices to support student learning.
Required Qualifications
- Associate's Degree;
- Patience, empathy, and a genuine passion for working with students with disabilities;
- Previous experience working with children with special needs
- Exemplary written and oral communication skills;
- Ability to establish a strong and supportive relationship with each assigned student;
- Ability to work collaboratively with a team;
- Stamina to actively engage with students throughout the school day and lift up to 50 lbs.;
- Capability to perform tasks involving physical activities, including standing, walking, and bending;
- Ability to pass a background check.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree;
- Teacher certification
This is an hourly position offering a competitive wage for Teaching Assistants, dependent upon the candidate's skills and experience.
Ignite Education Group provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
