Instructional Assistant Special Education

York School District One•York, SC

13h

About The Position

The Instructional Assistant: Special Education assists with the supervision and instruction of students with special needs in a special education classroom under the supervision of a certified teacher. The position supports students with academic studies, daily living, and special health care activities; monitors students; and provides clerical support to teachers. The role is employed for 182 days per year, with salary and work year established by the Board. The position is non-exempt and reports to the Principal.

Requirements

High school graduation and a passing grade on the Para Pro exam, or a two-year degree, or 60 hours of college credit.
Excellent interpersonal skills.
Prior work with children.
Knowledge of computers.
Ability to follow detailed but straightforward written or oral instructions and solve problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
Ability to develop effective working relationships with students, staff, and the school community.
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing.
Ability to perform duties with awareness of district requirements and Board of Education policies.
Ability to meet the physical requirements of the role, including occasional lifting or moving up to 50 pounds and pushing items weighing 40 pounds.

Responsibilities

Maintain prompt and regular attendance and communicate appropriately and professionally with students, colleagues, and the public.
Interact with students in a caring, positive, compassionate, and professional manner, respecting their diverse needs.
Comply with applicable school, district, state, and federal regulations and policies; maintain confidentiality and adhere to the chain of command.
Take initiative and responsibility, perform routine duties with little or no direct supervision, cooperate with supervisors, and limit personal business and phone calls during work hours.
Provide adequate student supervision at all times and demonstrate the mobility needed to supervise students.
Discipline students fairly, equitably, positively, and objectively.
Assume a leadership role when the regularly assigned teacher is absent.
Assist with student assessments, grading assignments and tests, data collection, and routine record keeping.
Prepare instructional materials according to the supervising teacher’s lesson plans.
Adapt classroom activities, assignments, and materials as directed so students with different learning levels or functional limitations can participate in instructional programs.
Assist students with personal care needs related to medical conditions or physical limitations so they can function in the school environment.
Attend meetings and in-service presentations to acquire or convey information relevant to job functions.
Confer with teachers and/or parents, when requested, about student progress as established in the student’s individual educational program.
Enhance the school climate and colleague morale, maintain an appropriate professional appearance, and perform other related duties as assigned.