What are the responsibilities and job description for the Special Education Teaching Assistant - 6 hrs .75 FTE position at Sonoma County Office Of Education?
To provide assistance to certificated staff in the instruction, supervision and training of individuals or groups of students (ages 3 to 22 years) with a variety of special education needs; perform a variety of instructional services within a well-defined framework of policies and procedures; provide a range of instructional training experiences in a variety of educational environments which may include specific classrooms, learning centers, vocational programs, the community and/or other instructional facilities and to perform related duties as assigned.
*Available assignments are at school sites in Rohnert Park and Santa Rosa.
** Bilingual is desirable but not required. The Sonoma County Office of Education (SCOE) works to engage, support, and empower our region’s 40 public school districts. Together, these districts operate more than 170 schools and serve more than 64,000 students. Our staff of more than 300 recognizes the historical and systemic oppression within education and commits to disrupting and transforming the systems that perpetuate inequities. We are dedicated to ensuring all students have access to rich educational opportunities in safe, supportive learning environments where all students thrive and feel like they belong.
SCOE is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on merit and business needs, and not on gender, color, race, ancestry, creed, religion, national origin, age, handicap or disability, medical condition, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship status, or any other factor rendered unlawful by federal, state, or local law.
Application Requirements:
-Completed EdJoin Application
-Letter of Interest
-Resume
Education and Experience:
Any combination of education and experience that would provide the knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
Education:
• NCLB requirements for paraprofessionals working in Title I programs:
o High school diploma or the equivalent, and
o Two years of college (48 units), or
o A. A. degree (or higher), or
o Pass a local assessment of knowledge and skills in assisting in instruction.
Experience:
• Any paid or volunteer experience working in an instructional environment.
If you need any assistance with this process please email Asia Teixeira at ateixeira@scoe.org for questions.
Salary : $23 - $26
