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Exceptional / Special Education Teaching Assistants (Contract)

Tucson Unified School District

Teach Away is hiring Exceptional Education Teaching Assistants for short and long term opportunities in Tucson, Arizona! We are accepting applications and will start interviewing shortlisted candidates immediately. 

More about this opportunity:

  • There are multiple contracts available for Exceptional Education Teaching Assistants to work with students from Early Years to High School level. This position assists with academic and functional curriculum
  • The Exceptional Education Teacher Assistant support the Exceptional Education and General Education Teacher with instruction and medically relevant support for students with disabilities
  • The Exceptional Education Teacher Assistant may provide adult support with daily living skills and enhancement of present levels of performance, behavioral support, reinforcement of therapy goals, and job skills
  • Successful applicants review each students' IEP to ensure compliance, observe & document progress towards their goals and objectives
  • Complete other duties as assigned
Posted: August 2019
Location Tucson, Arizona, West, USA
Start DateMay 2024
Contract Length6 months
Eligible CandidatesUniversity Graduate, ESL Instructor, School Health and Welfare Staff
Student LevelEarly Childhood, Elementary, Middle School, High School
Number of Vacancies5

Job Benefits

Hourly Rate: Up to $20 USD

Qualifications and Requirements

Education RequiredAssociate/2-year Diploma
Additional School Requirements
  • High School Diploma accepted
  • Two years of experience working with youth or children. Any equivalent combination of experience, training, or education 
  • Special Education experience is a real asset
  • Experience working with children with disabilities is a real asset 
  • Will be required to complete Physical / Lift Tests