Special Education Assistant Jobs in Lynn, IN

A Special Education Assistant plays a crucial role in elementary education by supporting students with special needs under the direction of a Special Education Teacher. They help to handle the everyday needs of these students such as helping them with their schoolwork, personal hygiene, mobility, feeding, and behavioral issues. They also monitor student progress and assist the teacher in devising and implementing personalized educational plans. Special Education Assistants also contribute to maintaining a safe and comfortable classroom environment that promotes learning.

This role demands certain certifications and skills. At a minimum, they must possess a high school diploma but a degree or certification in special education or a related field is preferred. CPR and First Aid certifications are a plus. They should have excellent communication skills to effectively interact with students, teachers, and parents. Patience and empathy are essential as they will be tasked with managing children with varying abilities and behavioral issues. Prior experiences as a Teacher's Assistant, Childcare Worker, or Behavior Therapist can provide valuable experience before becoming a Special Education Assistant.

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Special Needs Assistant - Paraprofessional

  • Dayton, OH (14 miles from Lynn, IN)
  • 3 days ago
  • Dayton, OH (14 miles from Lynn, IN)
  • 3 days ago

Position Type: Support Staff/ Special Education Assistant Date Posted: 6/12/2025 Location: Bellbrook Middle School Date Available: 08/11/2025 Closing Date: 06/23/2025 District:   Bellbrook-Sugarcreek...

STEM School Elementary Paraprofessional

  • Dayton, OH (14 miles from Lynn, IN)
  • 4 days ago
  • Dayton, OH (14 miles from Lynn, IN)
  • 4 days ago

Position Type: Support Staff Date Posted: 6/11/2025 Location: Dayton Regional STEM School Date Available: 08/01/2025 District:   Dayton Regional STEM School    The STEM...

Paraprofessional - Fulton Elementary

  • Dayton, OH (14 miles from Lynn, IN)
  • 6 days ago
  • Dayton, OH (14 miles from Lynn, IN)
  • 6 days ago

development; early childhood education; child abuse recognition and prevention; first aid; and prevention, recognition and management of communicable diseases and maintain a notebook of all required...

Paraprofessional - Ohio School for the Blind

  • Dayton, OH (14 miles from Lynn, IN)
  • 6 days ago
  • Dayton, OH (14 miles from Lynn, IN)
  • 6 days ago

Position Type: Support Staff/ Instructional Assistant/Paraprofessional Date Posted: 6/9/2025 Location: Madison-Champaign Educational Service Center District:   Madison-Champaign County...

Paraprofessional - Clark Early Learning Center

  • Dayton, OH (14 miles from Lynn, IN)
  • 13 days ago
  • Dayton, OH (14 miles from Lynn, IN)
  • 13 days ago

development; early childhood education; child abuse recognition and prevention; first aid; and prevention, recognition and management of communicable diseases and maintain a notebook of all required...

Long-term Substitute Special Education Paraprofessional

  • Dayton, OH (14 miles from Lynn, IN)
  • 18 days ago
  • Dayton, OH (14 miles from Lynn, IN)
  • 18 days ago

Position Type: Substitute/ Long Term Substitute Date Posted: 5/28/2025 Location: John F. Kennedy Elementary School District:   Kettering City Schools    Attachment(s): Long Term Sub...

Special Needs Paraprofessional

  • Dayton, OH (14 miles from Lynn, IN)
  • 24 days ago
  • Dayton, OH (14 miles from Lynn, IN)
  • 24 days ago

Position Type: Support Staff/ Instructional Assistant/Paraprofessional Date Posted: 5/22/2025 Location: New Carlisle Elementary School Date Available: 08/14/2025 District:   Tecumseh Local...

Special Education Teaching Assistant @ Centerville Senior High School

  • Centerville, IN (18 miles from Lynn, IN)
  • 26 days ago
  • Centerville, IN (18 miles from Lynn, IN)
  • 26 days ago

SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHING ASSISTANT VACANCY Centerville Senior High is now accepting applications for a Special Education teaching assistant for the 2025-26 school year....

Special Education Aide 2nd-4th Grade

  • Dayton, OH (14 miles from Lynn, IN)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Dayton, OH (14 miles from Lynn, IN)
  • 30+ days ago

**See job description Attachment(s): Special Education Aide...

Special Education Aide K-1st Grade

  • Dayton, OH (14 miles from Lynn, IN)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Dayton, OH (14 miles from Lynn, IN)
  • 30+ days ago

Position Type: Support Staff/ Teacher Assistant Date Posted: 5/16/2025 Location: Bethel Elementary School Date Available: 08/01/2025 Closing Date: 05/30/2025 District:   Bethel Local Schools...

Special Education Paraprofessional 2-positions

  • Dayton, OH (14 miles from Lynn, IN)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Dayton, OH (14 miles from Lynn, IN)
  • 30+ days ago

Position Type: Support Staff/ Special Education Assistant Date Posted: 5/9/2025 Location: John F....

Special Education Paraprofessional

  • Dayton, OH (14 miles from Lynn, IN)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Dayton, OH (14 miles from Lynn, IN)
  • 45+ days ago

Supports the instruction of reading, language arts, social studies, mathematics, and science to students in a classroom, utilizing course of study adopted by the Board of Education, and other appropriate...

Special Education Preschool Paraprofessional

  • Dayton, OH (14 miles from Lynn, IN)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Dayton, OH (14 miles from Lynn, IN)
  • 60+ days ago

Position Type: Support Staff/ Special Education Assistant Date Posted: 4/4/2025 Location: Indian Riffle Elementary School District:   Kettering City Schools    Attachment(s): Special Ed...

Paraprofessional - MAC North

  • Dayton, OH (14 miles from Lynn, IN)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Dayton, OH (14 miles from Lynn, IN)
  • 60+ days ago

Position Type: Support Staff/ Instructional Assistant/Paraprofessional Date Posted: 3/25/2025 Location: Madison-Champaign Educational Service Center District:   Madison-Champaign County...

Paraprofessional: Project Life

  • Dayton, OH (14 miles from Lynn, IN)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Dayton, OH (14 miles from Lynn, IN)
  • 90+ days ago

Position Type: Support Staff/ Instructional Assistant/Paraprofessional Date Posted: 3/13/2025 Location: Thurgood High School - click website to apply Date Available: 03/31/2025 District:  ...

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Highest Education Level

Special Education Assistants in Lynn, IN offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
43.2%
Master's Degree
32.9%
Associate's Degree
8.8%
High School or GED
5.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
5.2%
Doctorate Degree
2.7%
Some College
1.4%
Some High School
0.3%


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