Instructional Assistant - Special Education Inclusion

Charles County Public Schools • Waldorf, MD

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About The Position

The Instructional Assistant - Special Education Inclusion provides instructional support to high school- and middle school-aged children. The position assists the teacher with planning instructional activities, preparing lessons, and maintaining a safe and orderly environment. After the literacy teacher delivers instruction, the assistant works with individuals or small groups to reinforce learning. The role requires regular, on-time attendance and may include providing substitute coverage as needed. Other related duties may be assigned by the principal.

This is a 10-month, non-exempt position. Applicants must have a high school diploma or GED, 48 college credits or passing ParaProfessional assessment scores, and experience working with children.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• 48 college credits or passing ParaProfessional assessment scores.
• Experience working with children.
• Ability to work in an instructional support role with high school- or middle school-aged children.
• Excellent human relations skills.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Knowledge of the developmental stages of children.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to plan developmentally appropriate activities as directed by the literacy teacher.

Responsibilities

• Assist the teacher in planning instructional activities and maintaining a safe and orderly environment.
• Work with individuals or small groups to provide instructional reinforcement after the literacy teacher delivers instruction.
• Assist the teacher in making preparations for a lesson.
• Maintain regular, on-time attendance.
• Provide substitute coverage as needed.
• Perform related duties as assigned by the principal.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED