1:1 Program (FAP) Instructional Assistant

Hamilton Southeastern Schools•FISHERS, IN

About The Position

The 1:1 Program (FAP) Instructional Assistant supports students and teachers in a special education setting. Under the supervision of the classroom teacher and reporting to the principal, the assistant helps prepare the classroom, instructs and supports students under teacher direction, follows lesson plans and assigned schedules, and assists with academic and behavioral data collection. The role includes supporting students in classrooms and other assigned settings, following IEP and 504 plans, helping students develop academic and behavioral independence, and communicating effectively with the Teacher of Record and staff. During crisis situations, the assistant is expected to engage with or de-escalate students professionally and effectively. Additional duties may include supporting students with self-care, lifting and transferring students, and using Crisis Prevention & Intervention training according to CPI/Mandt procedures. Other related duties may be assigned by the principal, designee, or Teacher of Record.

Requirements

Meet one of the stated paraprofessional qualification options: an associate of arts degree, two years of college (48 credit hours), or passing the ParaPro exam.
Ability to communicate effectively with students.
Ability to proficiently assist the teacher in performing duties.
Ability to communicate effectively and work well with staff as a team player.

Responsibilities

Communicate effectively with students and work cooperatively with staff as a team player.
Assist the teacher with preparing the classroom and performing instructional duties.
Instruct students under teacher supervision and follow lesson plans with fidelity.
Supervise and support students during assigned duties inside and outside the classroom, including in the cafeteria, on the playground, during bus loading and unloading, on field trips, in restrooms, and at off-site jobs.
Adhere to student IEP and 504 plans with fidelity.
Help prepare students for arrival and dismissal.
Maintain effective communication with the Teacher of Record.
Assist with collecting data on student academic and/or behavior goals.
Support students in achieving the maximum level of academic and behavioral independence, as directed by the Teacher of Record.
Professionally and effectively engage with and/or de-escalate students in their care during crisis situations.
Follow the assigned daily schedule in a timely manner.
Nurture positive relationships with supervisors, subordinates, peers, and students, and treat them with respect.
Support corporation decisions and direction regarding policy and administrative directives.
Handle sensitive issues tactfully and professionally; raise concerns and offer suggestions appropriately and confidentially.
Be punctual and perform duties in a timely manner.
Dress professionally in accordance with the position.
Assist students with self-care skills, including toileting, food preparation, feeding, and personal hygiene.
Lift and transfer students.
Use Crisis Prevention & Intervention training in accordance with CPI/Mandt Training procedures.
Perform other related duties as assigned by the building principal, designee, or Teacher of Record.