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Job Title: Classroom Aide – Elementary Special Education
Location: Novato
Start Date: August 11, 2025
Interviews: Taking place June–July
Compensation: $25-$28 an hour
Hours: Monday- Thursday 8:30-3:15 and Friday: 8:30-1:15
Position Overview:
Our Special Education Classroom is seeking a high energy, fun, energetic, organized, and compassionate Classroom Aide to our lower elementary special education classrooms. Under the guidance of the Head Teacher, the aide will help facilitate daily classroom operations and provide hands-on support to students with mild special needs.
This is a fantastic opportunity and great position for someone who wants to obtain a teaching credential, or is interested in gaining meaningful experience in education, special education, or child development, and who thrives in a collaborative, therapeutic, and creative environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Support the Head Teacher with classroom instruction and daily routines
Work directly with students on individual and small group assignments
Run learning centers and help facilitate hands-on projects
Prep and organize curriculum materials as directed
Correct and organize student work and homework
Supervise students during recess, lunch, field trips, and special activities
Participate in a collaborative team that includes speech, OT, and psych professionals
Student Profile:
Our students are bright, creative, and each have unique learning needs. The class includes 10–12 students with mild autism, ADHD, learning disabilities, and occasional oppositional behaviors. A strong aide is one who can form authentic connections, maintain a structured and therapeutic approach, and support each child with positivity and patience.
Qualifications:
Desire to work with children who have special needs
Enrolled in or interested in pursuing a degree in education, psychology, or child development
Ability to actively engage in play, projects, and learning activities
Highly organized, reliable, and collaborative
Takes direction well while showing initiative
Positive, patient, and incredibly energetic
To Apply: Please send your resume and a short statement about your interest in the position, and 2 references.