Instructional Support Specialist

About the role

The Instructional Support Specialist (ISS) assists the classroom teacher in providing academic, behavioral, and social-emotional support to students with extensive support needs. They also provide training and support to new and substitute instructional assistants and substitute teachers.

Responsibilities

• Aid in the implementation of Individualized Education Program (IEP) goals
• Support students in achieving academic, behavioral, and social-emotional growth
• Provide training and support to new and substitute instructional assistants and substitute teachers

Requirements

• Three years experience working in an educational environment, preferably with students with disabilities
• Successful completion of the EDCOE 40-hour ISS training and a passing score on the ISS exam/practicum
• Candidates with 40 hours of RBT training through another agency may submit their certificate of completion for consideration, requiring only 10 additional hours of training
• Uploads of the following documents are required: Certificate Copy (ISS or RBT Training Certificate), Letter of Introduction, and two current letters of recommendation (written within the last two years)
• Experience and education as outlined above

Qualifications

• Strong preference for three years of experience in an educational setting
• Prior experience working with students with disabilities is preferred
• Completion of EDCOE 40-hour ISS training and passing score on the ISS exam/practicum
• Candidates with 40 hours of RBT training through another agency may submit their certificate of completion for consideration, requiring only 10 additional hours of training
• Uploads of the following documents are required: Certificate Copy (ISS or RBT Training Certificate), Letter of Introduction, and two current letters of recommendation (written within the last two years)
• Experience and education as outlined above

Skills

• Ability to work collaboratively with teachers and other staff members
• Knowledge of special education laws and regulations
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Benefits

The position offers competitive compensation starting at $24.43 - $31.79 per hour, with initial salary placement on the first step of the range. The length of the work year is 8 hours per day, 5 days per week, 197 days per year, 10 months.

Pay

$24.43 - $31.79 Per Hour

Schedule

8 hours per day, 5 days per week, 197 days per year, 10 months

Contact

To apply, candidates should submit a completed application along with the required documents. For more information, contact Darci Vance at 530-295-2250.

Comments and Other Information

The Human Resources Department will make reasonable efforts to accommodate applicants with disabilities during the recruitment and examination process. For more information on Title IX, visit EDCOE Title IX Information.