Special Care·Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
The Assistant Teacher provides essential classroom support and individualized assistance to students with disabilities. Responsibilities include implementing lesson plans, supervising students during daily routines, and maintaining an inclusive learning environment.
Oklahoma City, OK 73114The Assistant Teacher provides essential classroom support to the lead teacher, ensuring a safe, structured, and engaging learning environment for students with disabilities. This role involves assisting with instruction, student supervision, and individualized support to promote academic and developmental growth.
Key
Responsibilities: Support the lead teacher in implementing lesson plans and classroom activities. Provide individualized assistance to students based on their learning needs. Assist students with mobility, self-care, and daily routines. Foster an inclusive and supportive learning atmosphere. Supervise students during transitions, mealtimes, and recess. Maintain classroom organization, ensuring materials and equipment are accessible. Reinforce positive behavior and provide guidance based on school policies. Communicate effectively with teachers, staff, and parents as necessary. Prepare and set up learning materials for classroom instruction.
Qualifications
Education: Child Development Associate (CDA) credential or Associate’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Special Education, or a related field.
Prior experience working with children, preferably in an educational or childcare setting.
Candidates must hold a CDA credential or an Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field. Prior experience working with children and the ability to lift at least 40 lbs are required.
Market context
In Oklahoma, teaching assistant roles in early childhood settings often draw steady interest because schools and programs need support staff who can work with young children and diverse classroom needs. These positions can be competitive when employers prefer candidates with an Associate’s degree in Early Childhood Education or a CDA, plus experience in high-risk, low-income communities. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to quickly compare fit against the original job description, then tailor your application to highlight relevant classroom and community experience.