Instructional Assistant SPED

8.0 hours per day, 181 days per year. Classification: INST 03 ($25.55-$29.95 per hour).

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent plus an Associate Degree, 48 college semester credits, or ParaPro PRAXIS/Workkeys. For those who do not meet these requirements, Westminster Public Schools offers an alternative method through district-sponsored classes and assessment.
• Must complete the SEPA training within 90 calendar days of employment.
• Works primarily with students who have significant cognitive and behavioral disabilities, including autism.
• Must pass various pre-employment background and screenings (external applicants only).
• Obtains CPI training & certification.
• Must have or be willing to obtain First Aid/CPR certification.
• Strong work ethic and positive work attitude.
• Excellent student rapport skills.
• Ability to communicate, interact, and work effectively with people from diverse ethnic and educational backgrounds.
• Must adhere to confidential requirements of students, per FERPA.
• Ability to recognize the importance of safety in the workplace, follow safety rules, practice safe work habits, and utilize appropriate safety equipment.
• Operating knowledge of typical office equipment (telephones, copier, fax machine, email, desktop/laptop computer, assistive tech devices).
• Experience and skills working with culturally diverse populations desired.

Responsibilities

• Provides instructional support for students with IEPs both inside and outside the general classroom.
• Ensures and supports student safety, supervision, in-school transport, and personal care (e.g., toileting, medical, feeding) of students that require it.
• Modifies assignments/projects to students' level of understanding per their disability.
• Paper management (copies, communication notebooks, grading, progress monitoring, etc.).
• Serves as a scribe for students that require it.
• Participates in required training/professional development offered by the District.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Schedule

8.0 hours per day, 181 days per year.

Pay

$25.55-$29.95 per hour.