Student Support Assistant

Job DetailsJob Location: Fairfax - Fairfax, VA 22030Salary Range: $29,000.00 - $45,000.00 Salary/yearTitle: Student Support Assistant - Special Education

Position Type: Full-time

Location: Fairfax, Virginia

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!   

What the Student Support Assistant does:

In coordination with the Behavior Department and Classroom staff, Student Support Assistants provide support as assigned to classroom staff both during the school day and after dismissal.  Additional duties include:

Assists in assigned classroom by implementing teaching plans and behavior programs.
Provides individualized instruction and supervision for students on and off campus.
Assists in large group activities.
Assists Behavior Staff when available.
Assists with computer entry of behavior data when needed.
Checks and restocks supply of point cards, day notes, weekly paychecks, behavior sheets, etc
Assists staff involved in special projects, i.e., fund raising, inventories, bulk mailing, field trips, off-campus training and the like.

 
What the Student Support Assistant brings to the team:

Bachelor’s Degree in psychology, education or related field, highly preferred
Experience in crisis prevention/intervention required
Experience in applied behavior analysis, functional assessment, positive behavioral supports, behavior programming and behavioral counseling preferred