Special Education Instructional Assistant (Special Setting) (SY 25-26)

Pay Grade: Instructional Assistant

Period of Employment: 10 Months FLSA Status: Non-Exempt 

Supervised by and/or Reports to: Building Principal

General Responsibilities: To provide support for the academic, behavioral, and personal needs of students with disabilities in a special setting classroom in collaboration with the special education team and administrators at Colonial Beach Public Schools.

(This list is intended solely as an illustration of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties  does not exclude their addition if they are similar to or a logical extension of the position.)

• Provide direct instructional and behavioral support to students with disabilities in a special setting classroom in collaboration with the special education teacher(s) and administrators
• Assist students with daily living skills, including toileting, feeding, dressing, and mobility, as needed
• Implement individualized education program (IEP) goals and accommodations as directed by the teacher or related service providers
• Support students with emotional, behavioral, and academic challenges using positive behavior intervention strategies for all assigned students to the students’ best ability
• Helps promote students’ independence, social skills, and self-help skills
• Monitor and document student progress and behavior data for review by the instructional team
• Monitors students and controls the behavior of students in classroom and non-classroom situations
• Maintain a safe, respectful, and inclusive classroom environment that supports the physical and emotional well-being of all students
• Assist in the preparation and organization of classroom materials, activities, and adaptive equipment
• Collaborate effectively with teachers, therapists, and other school staff to support student success
• Assists with monitoring students on playgrounds, getting on and off buses, and to and from the classroom
• Participate in ongoing training related to special education, crisis intervention, and behavior management techniques
• Understands and follows through with oral and written instructions directed by teachers and administrators
• Operates standard office equipment
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Supervisor

• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills with the ability to build relationships with students, families, faculty, and administrators from diverse life experiences.
• Thorough knowledge of the principles, practices, and procedures of school administration
• Thorough knowledge of  special education, crisis intervention, and behavior management techniques
• Ability to develop and present ideas and information effectively, orally and in written form
• Time management skills and the ability to prioritize work
• Attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with principals, school staff and administrators, and families of CBPS
• Willingness to be flexible and work in many assignments throughout the School

Minimum/Preferred

Education Level

Description:

Minimum

High School Diploma or GED

Preferred

Associate’s Degree (or two-year post-secondary education)

Certification/Licenses

Description:

Minimum

ParaPro Assessment (with a High School Diploma or GED)

Preferred

Training and/or certification as a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)

Equivalent to or at least:

Type:

Area or Field

Two years

Specific

Experience working with students with disabilities 

Must have the use of sensory skills in order to effectively communicate and interact with other employees and the public through the use of the telephone and personal contact as normally defined by the ability to see, read, talk, hear, handle or feel objects and controls. Physical capability to effectively use and operate various items of office related equipment, such as, but not limited to: a personal computer, calculator, copier, and fax machine. Some climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, and repetitive motions. Some heavy work requiring the exertion of 50 pounds of force occasionally to move objects may be required.

Colonial Beach Public Schools assures equal employment opportunities and equal education opportunities for employees and students as required by federal and state orders and laws. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential tasks.