Special Education Assistant Jobs in Antelope, CA

A Special Education Assistant plays a crucial role in elementary education by supporting students with special needs under the direction of a Special Education Teacher. They help to handle the everyday needs of these students such as helping them with their schoolwork, personal hygiene, mobility, feeding, and behavioral issues. They also monitor student progress and assist the teacher in devising and implementing personalized educational plans. Special Education Assistants also contribute to maintaining a safe and comfortable classroom environment that promotes learning.

This role demands certain certifications and skills. At a minimum, they must possess a high school diploma but a degree or certification in special education or a related field is preferred. CPR and First Aid certifications are a plus. They should have excellent communication skills to effectively interact with students, teachers, and parents. Patience and empathy are essential as they will be tasked with managing children with varying abilities and behavioral issues. Prior experiences as a Teacher's Assistant, Childcare Worker, or Behavior Therapist can provide valuable experience before becoming a Special Education Assistant.

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Paraprofessional/Behavior Technitian/RBT - Auburn Union School District

  • Rocklin, CA (8 miles from Antelope, CA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Rocklin, CA (8 miles from Antelope, CA)
  • 11 days ago

Are you passionate about supporting students with behavioral needs in their efforts to succeed in a school setting? Ro Health is hiring for a qualified BCA to work with Auburn Union School...

Special Education Aide (Middle School / High School) - Elk Grove, California

  • Sacramento, CA (11 miles from Antelope, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA (11 miles from Antelope, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Implement lesson plans as designed by teacher; support in the delivery of instruction for assigned students....

School Paraprofessional Job Sacramento, CA

  • Sacramento, CA (11 miles from Antelope, CA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA (11 miles from Antelope, CA)
  • 13 days ago

Responsibilities: Assisting with instruction Supervising students Supporting special education needs Helping with classroom management....

CL025240 - Special Education Instructional Aide II ($1,000 Special Training Stipend) - Valley View Elementary

  • Rocklin, CA (8 miles from Antelope, CA)
  • 21 days ago
  • Rocklin, CA (8 miles from Antelope, CA)
  • 21 days ago

Assignments may be performed as part of a Resource Specialist "pull-out" special education program (RSP), within a Special Day Class (SDC), or by providing special education support in a regular education...

Immediate Hire: School Paraprofessional Opportunity - near Sacramento, California

  • Sacramento, CA (11 miles from Antelope, CA)
  • 21 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA (11 miles from Antelope, CA)
  • 21 days ago

Sunbelt is hiring experienced Paraprofessionals in the Sacramento, California area. This Paraprofessional job will be for the rest of the 2023-2024 school year. Qualifications: Experience working...

Special Education Paraprofessional / Teaching Assistant - American River Campus

  • Sacramento, CA (11 miles from Antelope, CA)
  • 26 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA (11 miles from Antelope, CA)
  • 26 days ago

Special Education Teaching Assistants commonly work from 8:30 am to 2:30 pm (sometimes 9am-3pm), Monday through Friday, 20-28 hours per week, depending on the grade level assignment.....

Special Education Paraprofessional / Teaching Assistant - Carmichael Campus

  • Sacramento, CA (11 miles from Antelope, CA)
  • 26 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA (11 miles from Antelope, CA)
  • 26 days ago

Special Education Paraprofessional / Teaching Assistant - Carmichael Campus About the Employer Job Summary We are looking for individuals who are passionate about working with children, with special...

Special Education Instructional Assistant Roseville Campus

  • Roseville, CA (5 miles from Antelope, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Roseville, CA (5 miles from Antelope, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

We are seeking Special Education Instructional Aides/Paraprofessionals to work with special education teachers in providing instruction and services to our scholars with exceptional needs in accordance...

Substitute Special Education Aide SCUSD

  • Sacramento, CA (11 miles from Antelope, CA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Sacramento, CA (11 miles from Antelope, CA)
  • 45+ days ago

BASIC FUNCTION: Assist the classroom teacher in providing or reinforcing instruction in an assigned special education program, such as Autistic (AUT), Communicatively Disabled (CD), Developmentally...

Paraprofessional. Phys. Hlth Care - School in Fremont-Repost

  • Lincoln, CA (15 miles from Antelope, CA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Lincoln, CA (15 miles from Antelope, CA)
  • 45+ days ago

About the Employer The Western Placer Unified School District and its 13 schools and an independent study program are located in the communities of Lincoln and Sheridan, California. These...

CL025201 - Special Education Instructional Aide I - Rocklin Elementary ($1,000 Special Training Stipend)

  • Rocklin, CA (8 miles from Antelope, CA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Rocklin, CA (8 miles from Antelope, CA)
  • 60+ days ago

Assignments may be performed as part of a Resource Specialist "pull-out" special education program (RSP), within a Special Day Class (SDC), or by providing special education support in a regular education...

CL025085 - Substitute Special Education Instructional Aide II - On-Call Assignments

  • Rocklin, CA (8 miles from Antelope, CA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Rocklin, CA (8 miles from Antelope, CA)
  • 60+ days ago

Assignments may be performed as part of a Resource Specialist "pull-out" special education program (RSP), within a Special Day Class (SDC), or by providing special education support in a regular education...

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Special Education Assistant Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Special Needs Education
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Salary for Special Education Assistant Jobs in Antelope, CA

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Highest Education Level

Special Education Assistants in Antelope, CA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
43.1%
Master's Degree
33.0%
Associate's Degree
8.7%
High School or GED
5.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
5.1%
Doctorate Degree
2.7%
Some College
1.4%
Some High School
0.3%


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