Instructional Assistant - Sped 1:1 (Behavior)

Instructional Assistant - Special Education 1:1 (Behavior)

Position PurposeUnder direct supervision and assists the Special Education Teacher and/or the Principal in student supervision and instructional activities (including but not limited to the development of academic, social, behavior, and independence/self-care skills) as related to the identified needs of students with individualized education programs (IEPs). Performs all routine clerical and other duties as required.

Essential Job Functions

• Work with students on content material, including assistance with current computer or assistive technology as needed.
• Works with students individually and in small groups to reinforce basic learning and implement assigned programs.
• Assists in classroom preparations and strategies for reinforcing instructional materials and skills according to individual student needs.
• Assists with record-keeping procedures to document student academic learning performance (including data collection for the purpose of behavior tracking)
• Assists with classroom behavioral management (Behavior Support Plans) to minimize disruptions and ensure a safe and orderly classroom.
• Assists students in non-instructional areas, such as supervising the student lunch programs, bus duty, playground duty, corridor, study hall, and other related non-instructional areas.
• Support students as needed in required learning settings (general or special education classrooms, field trips, common areas, post-secondary facilities).
• Constructs, copies, and distributes educational materials as needed.
• Works with Special Education Teacher in preparation for parent conferences, IEP meetings, data collection and other duties as required.
• Assist students with physical or mental disabilities with activities of daily living for the purpose of maximizing their ability to participate in school or learning activities.
• May be required to assist students with self-care needs (personal hygiene, feeding, toileting)
• May assist in the training of other paraprofessionals.

Additional Duties

• Assist staff or building administration, as needed including but not limited to clerical assistance and assistance with other students in a general education or special education environment.
• Perform any other related duties as assigned.
• A dedicated aide is assigned only when absolutely necessary and a plan will be provided to move away from the aide toward more independence. This may result in the culmination of the position.
• When a student moves from one grade to the next and it requires a building change, the designated 1:1 aide is expected to move with the student.
• May be asked to attend occasional extra-curricular activities.

Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

Equipment

• Use standard office equipment, such as personal computers and copiers.
• Use/operate student equipment when applicable (may include: stander, positioner, harness, wheelchair, etc.)

Travel Requirements Travel between schools, or between schools and central offices, may be required for certain positions.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to carry out instructions furnished in written or oral form.
• Ability to understand, apply, and use personal computers and software applications (e.g., Google, Word, Excel).
• Ability to work with a diverse group of individuals.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of information regarding students, employees, and others.
• Ability to establish a supportive and compassionate relationship with students with special needs.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, staff and others contacted in the course of work.
• Ability to report work orally or in writing to supervisor as required.
• Effective writing and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to attend additional training if needed

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards

• Ability to safely lift up to 30 pounds
• Ability to work outdoors during outdoor student activities.
• Ability to safely traverse all required spaces within the assigned facility
• Ability to physically assist students in emergency evacuation & lockdown situations

Qualifications ProfileAny combination of education and experience providing the required skill and knowledge for successful performance would qualify. Typical qualifications would be equivalent to:

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Successful completion of college-level coursework or passing of examination as required by the most recent legislation.
• Prior experience working with student behaviors is desirable.

FLSA StatusNon-exempt

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: $17.46 - $19.02 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Physical Setting:

• Public school

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Salary : $17 - $19