How do they match: Teaching Assistants, Special Education

  • Assist a preschool, elementary, middle, or secondary school teacher to provide academic, social, or life skills to students who have learning, emotional, or physical disabilities. Serve in a position for which a teacher has primary responsibility for the design and implementation of educational programs and services.

  • Attend staff meetings and serve on committees, as required.
  • Provide disabled students with assistive devices, supportive technology, and assistance accessing facilities, such as restrooms.

  • Serve on institutional or departmental committees.
  • Assist other educational professionals with projects or research.
  • Collaborate with other teaching professionals to develop educational programs.