Elementary Special Education Instructional Assistant

Herron Classical Schools • Indianapolis, IN

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About The Position

The Special Education Instructional Assistant provides instructional support to one or more assigned classroom teachers and student(s) based on their individualized behavior intervention plan (BIP) and/or individualized education program (IEP) under the direction of the special education teacher (TOR), building administrators, and/or behavior response team lead(s) within the school building. The Special Education Instructional Assistant serves as a member of the special education team within the building and attends expected training, meetings, and debriefing sessions necessary to engage as an active member of this team.

Requirements

• A minimum of 1 year experience working with children
• Previous experience supporting individuals with disabilities and/or behavior concerns
• Pass a background check
• Physical ability to assist with behavior support (ex. Get on and off the floor, follow students if eloping, etc.)
• High school diploma required.

Nice To Haves

• Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) training and/or certification (BCBA supervision will be provided to maintain certification).
• Previous experience in the educational setting.
• 5 years experience required, preferably as administrative support in an academic setting.
• Strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple tasks and changing priorities.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Experience working in deadline-driven environments.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office products.
• Bachelors’ Degree preferred

Responsibilities

• The initial assignment for this position is within a K-8 building with the possibility of future assignment changes based on student support needs
• Proactively familiarize yourself with the identified student(s) BIP and/or IEP and ask clarifying questions and provide requested input to make changes to these plans
• Become certified in de-escalation and physical management strategies and maintain certification through training provided by Herron Classical Schools.
• Follow an assigned schedule to provide behavior intervention and support to assigned student(s) throughout the school day.
• Collect data as trained by supervising faculty and staff.
• Collaborate as part of the behavior response team and intervention team relevant to assigned student(s).
• Participate in debriefing meetings as needed.
• Provide support as assigned across all educational environments (ex. General education, special education, related arts, recess, etc.)
• Timely and professional communication with all team members using a variety of modes (ex. Email, phone, text)
• Provides instructional interventions under the direction of a teacher that reinforces reading, language arts, and/or mathematics instruction of the classroom teacher.
• Helps prepare students for formal and informal assessments.
• Assists the classroom teachers with the implementation of the lesson and intervention plans, including supporting small-group instruction and preparing lesson and classroom materials.
• Creates and maintains working relationships between parents, students, and school staff including conducting academic workshops.
• Perform other duties as assigned by administration.
• Nurture a positive relationship with colleagues.
• Demonstrate respect for colleagues.
• Support corporation decisions and direction relative to matters of policy and administrative directives. Work as a team player.
• Demonstrate ability to deal with sensitive issues in a tactful and professional manner.
• Demonstrate commitment to our diversity and inclusion statement.
• Assists with administrative school functions when not in the classroom.
• Attendance at scheduled faculty meetings, professional development meetings and other sessions as determined by the Head of School.
• Attendance at evening events that include but may not be limited to Parent Orientation, Meet the Teacher Night, Parent/Teacher Conferences and Open Houses. The dates of these events are listed on the Master Calendar.
• An expectation of professional and ethical conduct and professional growth throughout the year.
• Collaboratively works with the administration and others to support the policies, guidelines, and working procedures for Herron High School.
• Performs other duties as determined necessary by the administration.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED