Instructional Assistant - Special Education, Behavioral Support

About the role

This position provides support and assists in coordinating instructional programs relating to special education students and their Individual Education Plans (IEP).

Maintains an environment conducive to learning.

Responsibilities

• Makes sure the classroom is a safe and healthy place for all students.
• Aids teachers in planning and organizing lessons, ensuring materials are ready for each lesson.
• Supports teachers in implementing students' behavioral intervention plans.
• Assists in the use of assistive technology and augmentative communication devices.
• Compiles, maintains, and files reports and documents, maintaining confidentiality.
• Participates in the district's staff development program and continues professional growth.
• Coordinates and assists with student transitions between classes.
• Provides support for students with special health care needs, including personal hygiene, mobility, feeding, and adaptive equipment.
• Applies CPI skills to support students.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Experience working with or assisting individuals with special needs.
• CPR and First Aid certification.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office and Google Apps.
• Working knowledge of successful instructional delivery methods.
• Ability to protect confidential information.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Ability to motivate students.
• Ability to monitor and supervise student safety and well-being.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.

Skills

• Professional and technical skills necessary to function effectively in the classroom.
• Positive disposition and calmness under pressure.
• Ability to promote independence and self-determination for students.
• Knowledge of assistive technology and augmentative communication devices.
• Ability to compile, maintain, and file reports and documents.
• Ability to participate in staff development programs.
• Ability to coordinate and assist with student transitions.
• Ability to provide support for students with special health care needs.
• Knowledge of CPI skills.

Benefits

N/A

Pay

$18.00 - $22.00 per hour, based on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

Monday-Friday (occasional evenings and weekends)