Special Education Instructional Assistant - Complex Needs Classroom (CNC)

Special Education Instructional Assistant – Complex Needs Classroom (CNC) - Douglas ESD Douglas ESD is accepting applications for the position of Special Education Instructional Assistant in the Complex Needs Classroom (CNC). This position works 190 days per year, 5 days per week, 8 hours per day to begin immediately. This position will require up to an additional 23 half-days during the summer starting in 2025. This position serves the schools of Douglas County and is currently located at Fir Grove Elementary. STARTING SALARY: $20.28 - $26.13 per hour (depending on relevant verifiable experience) APPLICATION DEADLINE: 02/10/2025 at 5 p.m. TO APPLY: Begin the application process here: https://www.applitrack.com/douglasesd/onlineapp/JobPostings/view.asp?FromAdmin=true&AppliTrackJobId=3111 JOB SUMMARY: Implements individualized programs, activities and supervision of assigned students with disabilities as directed by classroom teacher. DUTIES: This is not an exhaustive or all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, duties, or functions associated with the job. Full job description is attached in Applitrack. Assist with helping students to develop positive personal relationships with peers and adults; promoting safety of the students by helping them develop self-confidence and coping skills. Be able to perform delegated medical tasks, such as administration of medication, G-tube feeding, and suctioning a student. Be able to perform repetitive physically demanding classroom requirements. Utilizes therapeutic interventions as trained, to include performing physical restraints as directed by supervisor or designee. Implements individualized programs with students as directed by supervisor or designee. Types or writes reports, IEPs/IFSPs, and other forms from teacher prepared script. Collects data on programs as directed by supervisor or designee. Completes curriculum-based assessments in classroom or personal homes. Scans assessment into appropriate program as directed by supervisor or designee. Consults and collaborates with staff regarding student’s progress. Types or writes reports, IEPs, and other forms from teacher prepared script. Prepares and cleans up classroom, playground and student areas. QUALIFICATIONS: High School diploma or equivalent required. Experience working in EI/ECSE with children with special needs preferred. Douglas ESD has been awarded the Douglas County Working Parents Award for 2024. Background Check Conducted The Douglas Education Service District’s equity vision encompasses its organizational culture and the community we are committed to serving. We envision that across Douglas ESD’s geography and programs that people are thriving. We believe by prioritizing diversity, equity, and inclusion, we are building a stronger organization that is innovative, responsive, and in service to our current and next generation of leaders. Douglas ESD policy provides veterans and disable veterans with preference as required by law.

Salary : $20 - $26