Instructional Assistant - SPEA - High Needs

Campbell County School District #1•Gillette, WY

4d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for effecting positive behavior change in students, assisting the teacher in helping identified students reach academic standards, providing referrals to families and/or students, performing clerical related procedures in support of the instructional process, and complying with federal, state, county and district regulations, policies and procedures. The job requires a 7.5-hour workday for a 187-day school year and may be contingent on passing a physical. Position Start Date: August 19, 2026.

Requirements

Administering first aid
Adhering to safety practices
Operating standard office equipment
Matching student to materials and delivery method
Preparing and maintaining accurate records
Knowledge of functional academics
Understanding written procedures
Writing routine documents
Speaking clearly
Solving practical problems
Knowledge of age-appropriate activities
Knowledge of M.A.N.D.T. training
Knowledge of stages of child development
Knowledge of health standards and hazards
Knowledge of Applied Behavioral Analysis and behavior modification
Knowledge of safety practices and procedures
Ability to schedule activities
Ability to gather, collate, and/or classify data
Ability to use job-related equipment
Flexibility to work with others in a wide variety of circumstances
Ability to work with data utilizing defined and similar processes
Ability to operate equipment using a variety of standardized methods
Ability to work with a wide diversity of individuals
Ability to work with similar types of data
Ability to utilize a variety of job-related equipment
Problem solving to analyze issues and create action plans
Independent interpretation for problem solving with data
Communicating with diverse groups
Maintaining confidentiality
Exhibiting patience and compassion
Working with frequent interruptions
CPR/First Aid Certificate
Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance

Nice To Haves

Minimum requirements of 48 or more college credits, an Associate's Degree or higher or pass the Wonderlic Tests with a score of 265 or better in each category.

Responsibilities

Assists in developing procedures and training materials for students with functional academic needs for the purpose of ensuring compliance with district, state, county and federal regulations.
Attends meetings as requested (e.g. inservice training, workshops, IEP's, Building Intervention Team, etc.) for the purpose of receiving and/or conveying information.
Conducts workshops, training, in-service presentations and/or training for the purpose of developing skills and establishing effective relationships with students with high needs.
Implements programs for students with high needs under direction of the teacher (e.g. behavioral plans, lesson plans, functional curriculum, etc.) for the purpose of assisting the teaching in improving student's academic and life skill success through a defined course of study while meeting their educational and developmental needs.
Instructs identified students one on one or in small groups (e.g. math groups, providing proper examples, reading, behavioral skills, daily living skills, writing, verbal skills, etc.) for the purpose of assisting students in making progress on their IEP goals.
Performs record keeping and clerical functions (e.g. displays, bulletin board, copying, instructional materials, visual classroom materials, collecting & grading papers, etc.) for the purpose of supporting the teacher in preparing records and materials.
Prepares written and/or audio visual materials (e.g. daily log, recording observations, lesson materials, etc.) for the purpose of conveying information related to the students.
Promotes good habits for the purpose of improving the quality of student outcome and encouraging student development.
Responds to inquiries (e.g. administrators, teachers, parents, etc.) for the purpose of providing information, direction and/or appropriate referrals.
Supervises individuals and/or small groups of identified students (e.g. field trips, classroom, bus, playground, lunch room, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring a safe and positive learning environment.
Assists other personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities.