Special Education Preschool Assistant

Position Type: Support Staff - Instructional/SpEd PRE-SCHL AST.Date Posted: 2/23/2026Location: PTEC Early Childhood AcademySpecial Education Preschool AssistantPosition PurposeWorking under the supervision of teachers and are a viable part of the total instructional program. The services performed by the teacher aide/assistant include instructional, clerical, supervisory, and behavior management duties. The overall role of the teacher aide/assistant is to provide support services to the classroom teacher. Aides/assistants are expected to implement programming as directed by classroom teachers, administrators, or the Case Conference Committee. Teacher aides are expected to follow the Bylaws and Policies of Special Education, their assigned school, and the school corporation in which their classroom is located.Essential Job FunctionsWork effectively in the preschool classroom for student successBe receptive to guidance on job responsibilities from the Preschool teacher and Special Education TeachersWork in a positive and calming manner with studentsWork in a professional manner with all staff and as a team memberBe punctual in attendanceReport any absences to the building administrators and preschool teacherCommunicate with the preschool teacher regarding pertinent information in regards to studentsDocument behavior, as directed by the teacherMaintain confidentiality on all special education studentsRespect that communication to parents must come via teacher of record.Other duties as assigned.EquipmentUse standard office equipment such as personal computers, printer, copier and fax machines, calculator, and telephone.Travel RequirementsTravel to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.Pay Rate$15.75 per hour + .75 cent differentialWork Schedule6.5 hours per day182 days per yearKnowledge, Skills and AbilitiesWillingness to help special needs children.Effective human relations skills that include a calm, patient personality.Physical and Mental Demands, Work HazardsSeldom = Less than 25% Occasional = 26 to 50% Often = 51 to 75% Very Frequent = Greater than 75%Physical RequirementPercentage of TimeAbility to stand for extended periods of time. Very FrequentAbility to lift 25 pounds. Very FrequentAbility to carry 25 pounds. Very FrequentAbility to work at a desk, conference table or in meetings of various configurations. Very FrequentAbility to see for the purpose of reading laws and codes, rules and policies and other printed matter. Very FrequentAbility to communicate so others will be able to clearly understand a normal conversation. Very FrequentAbility to reach in all directions. Very FrequentLicense/ Registration/ Certification N/AEducationHigh school diploma or GED. ExperiencePrevious experience is preferred.FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Apply online:

Created: 2026-04-19