Instructional Assistant - Special Education, Pre-Kindergarten

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 the classroom is safe and healthy for all students.
• Aids teachers with planning and organizing, evaluating instructional activities, developing classroom procedures, and preparing necessary materials.
• Supports students' progress towards independence and self-determination.
• Assists with implementing assistive technology and augmentative communication devices.
• Compiles, maintains, and files 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.
• Meet the employment requirements outlined by the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) if working in a Title I school.
• Maintain a Crisis Prevention and Intervention (CPI) certification.
• Possess CPR and First Aid certification.
• Experience working with or assisting individuals with special needs.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office, specifically Microsoft Word, Excel, and Power Point; Google Apps.
• Working knowledge of successful instructional delivery methods.
• Ability to protect the confidentiality of personally identifiable information in accordance with FERPA and other applicable laws.
• Ability to work in a team environment and effectively collaborate with others.
• Ability to motivate students.
• Ability to constantly monitor and supervise the safety and well-being of students.
• Ability to recognize and support students with a variety of backgrounds, abilities, exceptionalities, behavioral needs, and learning styles.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both in oral and written form.
• Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with school system staff, students, parents, businesses, community agencies, and the public.

Skills

• Professional and technical skills necessary to function effectively in the classroom.
• Professional and technical skills necessary to support student achievement and the school program.

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.