Special Education - One-On-One Support Staff

North Lawrence Community Schools•Bedford, IN

About The Position

The Inclusion Instructional Aide assists special education students individually or in small groups as they work toward learning goals. The aide supports teachers by preparing materials, helping with classroom tasks, and contributing to a positive learning environment. The role involves direct support for students with diverse physical, behavioral, and academic needs. The aide supervises students during classroom activities, recess, lunch, field trips, and assemblies; may lead or assist in classrooms when teachers are absent; and maintains student records. The position also includes collaborating with specialists, tracking behavioral concerns, providing first aid until the school nurse takes over, and assisting students with mobility and restroom needs and during bus transportation.

Requirements

High school diploma required.
One to two years of experience in a related field preferred.
Equivalent education or experience that provides the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Ability to lift up to 20 pounds and move objects as necessary.
Ability to stand and walk frequently.
Ability to lead and assist students with tasks, provide instructions, and help with classroom management.
Basic arithmetic skills, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and calculating percentages and decimals.
Strong verbal and written communication skills and ability to interact effectively with students, parents, teachers, and school staff.
Ability to prepare and organize educational materials, maintain accurate records, and manage classroom tasks efficiently.
Proficiency with basic office equipment, such as computers, copiers, and fax machines, and with educational tools.
Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive student information and follow privacy guidelines.
Ability to work in classroom and office environments and adapt to student and staff needs.

Nice To Haves

One to two years of experience in a related field.

Responsibilities

Provide direct support to students individually or in groups as they complete learning tasks.
Supervise students during classroom work, recess, lunch, field trips, and assemblies.
Lead or assist in classrooms when the teacher is absent for meetings, conferences, emergencies, or other reasons.
Prepare and organize worksheets, notes, supplies, and other classroom materials, and assist with classroom clean-up.
Maintain student records, including attendance, field trip documentation, student files, and grading.
Help students with makeup work, assignments, and learning tasks as directed by the teacher.
Collaborate with physical and occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists, and other specialists to support students.
Record and report behavioral concerns or incidents according to established protocols.
Provide first aid to injured or sick students until the school nurse assumes responsibility.
Assist students with mobility, restroom needs, and bus transportation.
Assist substitute teachers with classroom management, prepare correspondence, and perform other duties assigned by the teacher or principal.