Elementary Special Needs Teaching Assistant

 Job Title: Elementary Special Needs Teaching Assistant
Reports To: Special Needs Director
Time Status: Part-time - Monday-Friday (Mon, Tues, Thur, Fri 8:00-2:00, Wed 9:00-2:00)

Job Description
The Special Needs Teacher’s Assistant will support the Elementary Special Needs classroom, working alongside a Special Needs teacher to serve students with special needs. This position entails individualized care and assistance to students with special needs, ensuring they can actively participate in learning and faith-based activities. This position promotes a positive, inclusive educational environment that reflects Christ, helping students grow academically, behaviorally, and spiritually.

Essential Job Requirements
● Create a welcoming environment for individuals with special needs to learn about the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
● Required to work under the direct supervision of the classroom teacher.
● Maintain student records as directed by the classroom teacher.
● Maintain all diagnostic tools as directed by the teacher.
● Assist in preparing and organizing instructional materials and equipment as directed by the teacher.
● Adapt to modified activities using a multi-sensory approach.
● Required to monitor the classroom to support educational activities.
● Must not discuss confidential school business or student records.
● Help to monitor students during academic areas, lunch, and specials.
● Initiative to identify ways to support the teachers and students in the classroom.
● Encourage desirable behavior, employing techniques such as behavior modification and positive reinforcement.
● Implement behavioral strategies to support the individual needs of students.
● Maintain a safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
● Other duties as assigned by the Special Needs Director

Spiritual Qualifications
● Must have a clear testimony of personal faith in Jesus Christ as Savior and a lifestyle of biblical integrity.
● Affirm and communicate doctrine consistent with the Baptist Faith and Message 2000 revision, and The Nashville Statement. 
● Fully supportive of the decisions and loyal to the mission and leadership of the school and the church. 
● Passion for connecting with students and families in support of student success within a Christian environment.