Teacher Assistant - Special Education
- Foxboro, ON, Canada
Full-time
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Location
Foxboro Elementary
Reference #
2027-214A
Close Date
11/03/2026
Location
Foxboro Elementary
Reference #
2027-214A
Close Date
11/03/2026
Summary
Under the general supervision of the special education teacher, the special education teacher assistant supports the implementation of student IEP's (Individualized Education Programs) by assisting the teacher in five areas of service; instructional support, management and supervision support, personal support, assessment support and material management.
Description
Classified job announcement for all qualified applicants. Applications must be submitted no later than Tuesday November 3, 2026 Special Education Assistant (Essential Elements Unit) // Foxboro Elementary 6.5 hours per day / 174 days per year / Salary Grade 8 - $22.03 per hour (Support Salary Table 2026-2027) [Promotions result in a minimum 5% increase] (Position may require lifting, feeding programs, simple sign/signal communication, medical procedures to include but not limited to gastrostomy tube feeding, catheterization and diapering of adult size students.) GENERAL FUNCTION: Under the general supervision of the special education teacher, the special education teacher assistant supports the implementation of student IEP's (Individualized Education Programs) by assisting the teacher in five areas of service; instructional support, management and supervision support, personal support, assessment support and material management. QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS: 1. High school diploma or equivalent education and/or experience. 2. District in-service training (required after hiring.) 3. Basic knowledge of academic subjects. 4. Substitution or equivalent experience preferred. 5. The specific skills required of the assistant depend upon the assignment, the student's needs and IEP, and upon the established procedures of the supervising professional. The following is required for TITLE ONE SCHOOLS: 6. The equivalent of two years (48 semester hours) full-time education at an institution of higher education; or an associate's degree; or the ability to pass a Utah State Office of Education approved Para-Professional Test will be required in the future. **Davis School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer**
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Foxboro Elementary
Reference #
2027-214A
Close Date
11/03/2026
Location
Foxboro Elementary
Reference #
2027-214A
Close Date
11/03/2026
Summary
Under the general supervision of the special education teacher, the special education teacher assistant supports the implementation of student IEP's (Individualized Education Programs) by assisting the teacher in five areas of service; instructional support, management and supervision support, personal support, assessment support and material management.
Description
Classified job announcement for all qualified applicants. Applications must be submitted no later than Tuesday November 3, 2026 Special Education Assistant (Essential Elements Unit) // Foxboro Elementary 6.5 hours per day / 174 days per year / Salary Grade 8 - $22.03 per hour (Support Salary Table 2026-2027) [Promotions result in a minimum 5% increase] (Position may require lifting, feeding programs, simple sign/signal communication, medical procedures to include but not limited to gastrostomy tube feeding, catheterization and diapering of adult size students.) GENERAL FUNCTION: Under the general supervision of the special education teacher, the special education teacher assistant supports the implementation of student IEP's (Individualized Education Programs) by assisting the teacher in five areas of service; instructional support, management and supervision support, personal support, assessment support and material management. QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS: 1. High school diploma or equivalent education and/or experience. 2. District in-service training (required after hiring.) 3. Basic knowledge of academic subjects. 4. Substitution or equivalent experience preferred. 5. The specific skills required of the assistant depend upon the assignment, the student's needs and IEP, and upon the established procedures of the supervising professional. The following is required for TITLE ONE SCHOOLS: 6. The equivalent of two years (48 semester hours) full-time education at an institution of higher education; or an associate's degree; or the ability to pass a Utah State Office of Education approved Para-Professional Test will be required in the future. **Davis School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer**
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Responsibilities
Support the special education teacher in implementing students’ Individualized Education Programs through instructional, supervision, personal, assessment, and material-management assistance. Depending on student needs and established procedures, provide support such as lifting, feeding, communication, and medical care.
Requirements
A high school diploma or equivalent education and/or experience is required, along with basic knowledge of academic subjects; district in-service training is required after hiring. Equivalent experience is preferred, and Title I school assignments may require 48 semester hours of higher education, an associate degree, or passing an approved paraprofessional test.
Skills
- Instructional Support
- Student Supervision
- Personal Care Support
- Assessment Support
- Material Management
- IEP Implementation
- Basic Academic Knowledge
- Sign and Signal Communication
- Feeding Assistance
- Medical Procedure Assistance
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Categories
- Education
Keywords
- Special Education
- Teacher Assistant
- Individualized Education Program
- IEP
- Instructional Support
- Student Supervision
- Personal Support
- Assessment Support
- Material Management
- Academic Subjects
- Paraprofessional
- Feeding Assistance
- Gastrostomy Tube Feeding
- Catheterization
- Diapering
- Sign and Signal Communication
- District In-Service Training