How much does a Special Education Assistant make hourly in the United States? The average hourly wage for a Special Education Assistant in the United States is $35 as of March 26, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $30 and $47. Hourly rate can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

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Special Education Assistant Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Hourly Pay Rate Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Special Education Assistant Salary $25 US March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Special Education Assistant Salary $30 US March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Special Education Assistant Salary $35 US March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Special Education Assistant Salary $47 US March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Special Education Assistant Salary $57 US March 26, 2024
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Monterey Peninsula Unified School District - Monterey , CA
About the Employer Welcome to Monterey Peninsula Unified School District! We are nestled in the heart of the Monterey Bay along the Central Coast of California. Consisting of 10 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, 3 high schools as well as pre-k, alternative, and adult programs, we proudly serve the communities of Marina, Seaside, and Monterey. MPUSD is built on a solid foundation of effective instruction, positive school culture, systems of support, and collaborative leadership. Our goal is to provide exemplary service to our current and future employees. We strive to meet your needs in a timely, courteous, and professional manner while working with integrity and compassion. MPUSD is continuously seeking dedicated and enthusiastic individuals who are interested in creating a positive learning environment for our students. We welcome you to apply and look forward to working with you. Job Summary Please see Job Description for more information Requirements / Qualifications NCLB Compli
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Cheatham County Schools - Ashland City , TN
CREDENTIALS: Educational Assistants shall have, at a minimum, a high schools diploma or a GED? equivalent. QUALIFICATIONS: Must work cooperatively with adults and children. Must follow directions. Must read and write sufficiently for assisting children. Must protect confidentiality rights of parents and children. Must model appropriate grammar usage. Must support safety and good self-esteem in children. Must be punctual and regular in attendance. Experience with groups of children may be helpful but not required. Light clerical skills may be helpful but not required. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Must be able to see, hear and move quickly enough to provide for the safety and instructional needs of children. Must be able to articulate clearly. Must be physically active and interactive throughout the school day (i.e., be able to stand for extended periods of time, stoop, bend, do light lifting, push, pull, step and have good finger dexterity, etc.). Must have emotional coping skills appropriate for
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$21 / hr The School Aide is an individual who works with students requiring instructional, and/or behavioral assistance under the supervision of the special education department and/or supervising designee. The School Aide may also provide support services to assist students with personal, physical mobility and therapeutic care needs, as established by a rehabilitation health practitioner, social worker or other health care professional. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Follows through with IEP objectives including math, reading, speech, independent skills, and managing behavioral deficits and excesses, one on one or as a general classroom aide Facilitates teacher-directed learning activities including lesson plans, worksheets, reinforcement systems, small groups, social games, and work assistance Assists students when included in general education classes Communicates pertinent information to teachers Accompanies students during recess and lunch periods, along with community exp
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Naperville Community Unit School District 203 - Naperville , IL
# work weeks / year # hours / day Shift Hourly rate Annual shift stipend 38 6 N/A $16.91 N/A 2023/24 Hourly rate determined by collective bargaining agreement. This position is approved for the 2023/2024 school year only and is NOT eligible for insurance benefits. To qualify for employment the candidate must have or be eligible for State of Illinois Paraprofessional Approval. Find out if you qualify for the license here: https://www.isbe.net/Pages/Educator-Licensure-Requirements.aspx
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Position Type: Special Education - Non-licensed/Special Education Assistant - Student Specific Date Posted: 3/18/2024 Location: Maplewood Elementary School (High-Needs School) Closing Date: until FilledSpecial Education Assistant - Student Specific, Maplewood Elementary School Classification: Non-Exempt Date Posted: March 25, 2024 Salary: $17.75 per hour plus benefits/ Range 16 Additional salary credit may be given for internal transfers and recent Greeley-Evans School District 6 rehires, up to $28.44 per hour plus benefits Contract Length/ Days: (2023-2024/180 days) Benefits: We offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision and life insurance as well as other programs for benefit-eligible employees. The employee assistance program, voluntary life insurance through PERA, and 401(k), 403(b) & 457(b) plans are available to all employees regardless of hours worked and are available immediately (upon hire date). To learn more about our benefits, please see our Be
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Oregon Public Schools - Sweet Home , OR
Job Grade 105 SUMMARY Under general supervision, to assist a variety of instructional assessment and activities; to assist in the conduct of learning activities with children experiencing special learning needs; to perform a variety of routine clerical and supportive activities for instructional personnel; and to do other related work as required. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Other duties may be assigned. Maintains a cooperative relationship with fellow staff members, students, and the general public. Adheres to and enforces district, state, and federal laws, policies, procedures, and regulations. Assists the instructor to prepare for classroom activities, including materials collection, distribution, and maintenance, equipment set-up, etc. Helps assigned students, under the direction of a certified instructor and using previously prepared materials, to learn the subject material. Aids instructor(s) with non-instructional classroom activities; assists individual children in n
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