Title I - Instructional Assistant III - Least Restrictive Environment (LRE) - Deskin, Ruthe ES.

9-month position, 6 hours per day. Program: Resource Room for grades K-2. Primary work location: Deskin, Ruthe Elementary School.

About the role

This para-professional position supports students in the Resource Room program, assisting with instructional and behavioral needs under the direction of certified staff.

Responsibilities

• Assist the special education teacher in implementing Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).
• Provide one-on-one or small-group instruction to students with disabilities.
• Support students with behavioral interventions and positive reinforcement strategies.
• Help students with personal care needs as required (e.g., toileting, feeding, mobility).
• Monitor and document student progress toward IEP goals.
• Assist with classroom management and organization.
• Collaborate with teachers, therapists, and other school staff to support student success.
• Supervise students during transitions, recess, lunch, and other non-instructional times.
• Operate and assist students with adaptive equipment and assistive technology.
• Perform clerical duties such as preparing materials, maintaining records, and organizing instructional spaces.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must meet one of the following qualifications:
  • Completion of at least 60 semester hours of college credit, or
  • Passing score on the ParaPro Assessment or equivalent local assessment, or
  • Associate degree or higher.
• Experience working with children, preferably in an educational or childcare setting.
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and kneel for extended periods.
• Must be able to pass a background check and provide required documentation (e.g., transcripts, certifications).

Skills

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Patience, empathy, and a commitment to supporting students with diverse learning needs.
• Basic knowledge of instructional strategies and behavior management techniques.
• Ability to follow directions and work collaboratively as part of a team.
• Proficiency in using computers and educational software.