Position Type :
Support Staff / Special Education Assistant
Date Posted : 1 / 28 / 2025
Location :
Warhawk Elementary QUALIFICATIONS
- At least two years of college level coursework or an Associate's Degree in education or related field
- Previous aide or teaching experience preferred
- Ability to lift up to forty pounds and push and pull up to one hundred pounds
- Knowledge of child growth and the diverse needs of children with disabilities
- Knowledge of appropriate special education classroom practices
- The ability to work with students with emotional, physical, and mental disabilities
- Ability to instruct students one-on-one and small group situations, at the direction of the Special Education Teacher
- Strong background in teaching methods and developmentally appropriate classroom activities
- Demonstrated knowledge of subject matter and effective teaching methods
- Knowledgeable about word processing, data bases, spread sheets, and reports
- Ability to maintain a learning environment
- Works well with students, staff, and the public
- Excellent organizational skills
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Able to work under pressure and deadlines
- Maintain confidentiality of staff and students
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITY TO
Special Education Teacher and / or Classroom Teacher and Director of Special Services
JOB SUMMARY
Assists the classroom teacher and / or special education teacher in achieving the goals and objectives as stated on each child's current Individual Education Plan (IEP) through individual, small group, or whole group instruction.
MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Working with StudentsMaintain high academic standards and expectationsRepeat lessons to Title I students who were absent for that lessonProvide tutorial help to students following lessons prescribed by the teacher and reinforce material and skills using a variety of methods as directed by certified staffProvide immediate feedback on student performanceRespond to students' questions and requests for assistanceObserve students' work and study habitsObserve and record students' time on task when neededAssist students in locating prescribed instructional materials and starting their assignmentsAssist the classroom teacher in the delivery of an effective instructional programWork with individual students or small groups of students to reinforce learning of material and skills introduced by the teacherHelp students master equipment or instructional materials assigned by teacherProvide individualized instruction activities using materials and sequences selected by the special education teacher and other related services personnelIdentify pupil needs and provide instruction appropriate to those needsFollow modifications and accommodations as specified in IEPsAdminister informal assessments to accommodate students' specific modifications at the direction of a certified teacherAssist with such large group activities as drill and practice, reading aloud, and storytelling, and participate in other forms of oral communication with studentsGuide independent study, enrichment work, and remedial work assigned by the teacherAssist students in the library or media centerCheck notebooks, correct papers, and supervise testing and makeup work as assigned by the teacherAssist with the supervision of students during emergency drills, assemblies, play periods, and field tripsAdminister, score, and record such achievement and diagnostic tests as the teacher recommends for individual studentsEncourage students to strive to meet their highest potentialCommunicate classroom rules, and encourage students to set and maintain standards of classroom behaviorOther Classroom Assistance
Assist the teacher in devising special strategies for reinforcing material or skills based on an understanding of individual students, their needs, interests, and abilitiesAlert the supervising teacher to any problem or special information about an individual studentServe as the chief source of information and help to any substitute teacher assigned in the absence of the regular teacherKeep the supervising teacher informed of activities and any issues that may ariseOperate and care for equipment used in the classroom for instructional purposesDistribute and collect workbooks, papers, and other materials for instructionEngage children in conversation to encourage language developmentTake all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilitiesMeet the personal needs of children with disabilities including toileting, feeding, locomotion, and health needsAssist, where appropriate, in loading and unloading the special education pupil from transportation buses or vansOther
Keep accurate records and maintain individual records for each studentBecome familiar with basic special education knowledge as covered by the Individuals with Disabilities in Education Act with an emphasis on due process procedures and confidentiality of information and recordsComplete clerical duties as assigned by the supervising teacherAttend faculty meetings as requiredKeep immediate supervisor informed of activities and problemsAssume responsibility for his or her continuing professional growth and development through such efforts as reading professional journals and other publicationsSeek assistance should emergencies ariseRepresent the school district in a positive mannerKnow and follow school district policy and chain of commandPerform other duties as assignedBENEFITS :
District benefit package for full time employees working 20 hours per week :
Medical / vision / dental insurance
30,000 life insurance with option to purchase additional coverage
Employee assistance program (EAP)
Unlimited accumulation of sick leave
Personal, bereavement, professional leave, vacation (if applicable)
Credit reimbursement of up to $300 per year
EVALUATION
Performance of this position will be evaluated annually by the classroom teacher and / or special education teacher and / or the director of special services in conformance with any applicable federal and state law, administrative rules, and Board policy.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT
This position shall be considered in all respects "employment at will". The "employment period" and other descriptions and terms set forth in this job description shall not create a property right for the employee. These are set forth only to advise the employee of when and what type of services will be required by the district so long as the employment continues.
NOTE
All certificated and non-certificated employees and other individuals are required to undergo a criminal history check and submit to fingerprinting. Any applicant convicted of any of the felony crimes enumerated in Section 33-1208, Idaho Code may not be hired, and any applicant convicted of any felony offense listed in Section 33-1208(2), Idaho Code shall not be hired.
Legal Reference : I.C. § 33-512 Governance of Schools
I.C. § 33-1210 Information on Past Job Performance
Salary : $300
