Job Description
Title: Support Assistant Teacher ~ Special Education
Position Type: Full-time
Location: Laurel, MD
What we do and offer our team:
PHILLIPS PROGRAMS Schools are private special education day schools for children with emotional and behavioral needs. PHILLIPS has a unique approach to special education. Our programs provide a place of relationship and belonging where students can be accepted; treated with compassion and respect. We offer our employees competitive salaries, a comprehensive benefits package, a place where you can learn and grow as a professional, and a warm and friendly environment that lives our values. In addition, our staff are eligible for the Federal Student Loan Forgiveness Program!
- Benefits Overview: PHILLIPS Programs offers comprehensive benefits, including group health, dental, and vision insurance, fully paid life and long-term disability coverage, and flexible spending accounts for health and childcare. Additional benefits include a 403(b)-retirement savings plan, paid sick/personal leave, reimbursement for professional fees, and funds for degree program coursework. Employees also enjoy access to an Employee Assistance Program, legal assistance, gym membership discounts, and various employee discounts at local stores.
What the Support Assistant Teacher does:
In coordination with the Classroom, Behavior, and Related Services Staff, the Support Assistant Teacher provides support for the academic and behavior programs. The Support Assistant Teacher also assists in any of the following:
- Support training for new classroom teacher assistants.
- Substitute for classroom, behavior, and career staff as needed.
- Document activities, lessons, and attendance when covering for classroom staff.
- Supervise students during arrival, dismissal, and hallway transitions.
- Assist in implementing individual and group behavior management programs.
- Help implement academic goals and objectives outlined in student IEPs.
- Provide support during special student events (e.g., parties, field trips, performances, reinforcement programs).
- Attend team meetings as directed.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Bachelor's degree
- Experience working with children and/or adolescents with disabilities
- Strong organizational skills and effective communication skills