Long term substitute- Instructional Assistant Special Education [Pollard Middle School]
About The Position
Needham Public Schools is an inclusive, dynamic, and multicultural community seeking an energetic, skilled, and warm Instructional Assistant to join our team. To enhance our goals of supporting every child, Needham Public Schools seeks candidates with diverse backgrounds and experiences. Job Summary: Under the direct supervision of the Special Education Teacher, Classroom Teacher, and Special Education Coordinator/Director, the Instructional Assistant will work closely with students in the classroom to meet instructional and social-emotional goals and objectives as well as to maintain appropriate student behavior. Depending on the grade level and needs of students, Instructional Assistants may be responsible for the following: The duties listed above are intended as an illustration of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.
Requirements
- Ability to carry out verbal and written instructions
- Knowledge of academic and social skills unique to the developmental age of the students
- Ability to make decisions in the moment to ensure the safety of all students
- Ability to establish a supportive and compassionate relationship with students with special needs
- Ability to work collaboratively with multiple team members
- Ability to maintain confidential information regarding students and families
- Effective written and verbal communication skills
- Pursuit of a Bachelor's degree in a related field or at least 2 years experience in a similar role
- Passion for working with children/students with disabilities
Responsibilities
- Assist students with special education needs in all aspects of classroom instruction to maximize inclusion, learning, and achievement of IEP objectives
- Works with students individually and in small groups to reinforce basic academic skills and implement assigned lessons and programs, which may include the use of augmentative technology
- Support students using strategies such as positive reinforcement, visual supports, queuing, de-escalation strategies, motor breaks, as well as data collection.
- Assist with the preparation of instructional materials and the learning environment
- Assist with classroom behavior management to minimize disruptions, ensure a safe and orderly classroom, and ensure students are on task
- Assist students in non-instructional areas, such as supervising lunch, recess, arrival or dismissal duty
- Assist with student self-care, which may include hand-washing, toileting, mealtime and dressing routines
- Any additional tasks assigned by the Special Education Coordinator/Director, Principal, or Assistant Principal
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