Instructional Assistant - Special Education, Extended Content Standards II, Special Assignment

About the role

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 programs are monitored and comply with all relevant laws, regulations, and guidelines.
• Maintains confidentiality of personally identifiable information in accordance with FERPA and other applicable laws.
• Motivates students and supports their safety and well-being.
• Supports teachers in implementing students' behavioral intervention plans.
• Aids in planning and organizing classroom activities, preparing necessary materials, and ensuring materials are readily available.
• Demonstrates professional and technical skills necessary for classroom support.
• Assists in compiling, maintaining, and filing reports, records, and other required documents, maintaining confidentiality.
• Participates in the district staff development program and continues professional growth.
• Coordinates, assists, and facilitates student transitions between classes.
• Assists students with special health care needs, including personal hygiene, mobility assistance, and adaptive equipment needs.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• If Title I school, meet ESSA employment requirements and have relevant coursework or work experience.
• Maintain a Crisis Prevention and Intervention (CPI) certification.
• Possess CPR and First Aid certification.
• Experience working with or assisting individuals with special needs.

Qualifications

• Considerable knowledge of Microsoft Office, Google Apps, and successful instructional delivery methods.
• Working knowledge of general classroom activities and routines.
• Ability to protect confidentiality of personally identifiable information.
• Ability to work in a team environment and collaborate effectively.
• Ability to motivate students and recognize and support diverse backgrounds, abilities, exceptionalities, and learning styles.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both orally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with various stakeholders.

Skills

• Microsoft Office proficiency (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Google Apps proficiency.
• Successful instructional delivery methods.
• General classroom activities and routines.
• Confidentiality of personally identifiable information.
• Teamwork and collaboration.
• Student motivation and support.
• Clear and concise communication.
• Effective working relationships.

Benefits

N/A

Pay

Noncertified Grade 21

Schedule

Monday-Friday (occasional evenings and weekends)

Workday must not exceed more than 40 hours per week and begins at least 30 minutes prior to the instructional day for students.