Instructional Assistant I

State of Maryland•Baltimore City, MD

19h•Onsite

About The Position

The Instructional Assistant works as part of an interdisciplinary team to provide quality education to students with special educational needs. The position responsibilities are mainly to assist the lead teacher including: planning, preparing and implementing curriculum, managing and supporting students using positive behavior interventions and taking data regarding behaviors and IEP goals.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.
One year of experience assisting a Teacher in a classroom setting.
Candidates may substitute 30 credit hours at an accredited college or university for the required experience.
Completion of two years of study at an institution of higher education.
Possession of an Associate of Arts degree.
Demonstrate through a formal state or local assessment process, knowledge of and the ability to assist in instructing reading, writing and mathematics.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with students with emotional disabilities, autism, and/or mental health needs.
Experience assisting and instructing a variety of subjects including, but not limited to high school reading, writing and mathematics.
Experience in a behavioral background and understanding of behavioral management.
A Registered Behavioral Technician (RBT) certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist the lead teacher including: planning, preparing and implementing curriculum
Managing and supporting students using positive behavior interventions
Taking data regarding behaviors and IEP goals