Student Support Assistant

**Title:**Student Support Assistant - Special Education

**Position Type:**Full-time

**Location:**Fairfax, Virginia

What we do and offer our team:

PHILLIPS PROGRAMS Schoolsare 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 Assistantsprovide 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