Instructional Assistant - Special Education (Open and Promotional)

Under the direct supervision of the Education Specialist/ Case Carrier, IA SE assist a classroom teacher in reinforcing instruction to individual or small groups of students in a general education and special education classroom environment; assist in the presentation and preparation of learning materials, lesson plans, instructional exercises in classroom and resource room environments; assist in the implementation of Individual Education Plans (IEP) and Behavior Support Plan (BSP); perform clerical and supportive tasks for instructional personnel. The Governing Board is determined to provide a safe, positive environment where all district employees are assured of full and equal employment access and opportunities, protection from harassment and intimidation, and freedom from any fear of reprisal or retribution for asserting their employment rights in accordance with law. For purposes of this policy, employees include job applicants, interns, volunteers, and persons who contracted with the district to provide services, as applicable. No district employee shall be discriminated against or harassed by any coworker, supervisor, manager, or other person with whom the employee comes in contact in the course of employment, on the basis of the employee's actual or perceived race, color, ancestry, national origin, age, religious creed, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. The Division of Human Resources provides excellence in human resource leadership in support of the academic mission and our customers, the Manhattan Beach Community. We succeed by earning the satisfaction of our customers, the respect and trust of those who govern us, support us and do business with us; and the pride of our employees. Education and Experience: Any combination of training, education, and experience which demonstrates possession of the knowledges and abilities stated in the attached job description, and the ability to perform the duties of the position. Education: Graduation from high school and college coursework in Child Development, Education, Social Work, or any other related field. Experience: One-year experience working with school age special needs students in an organization setting or learning environment.