Instructional Assistant - Speech (2026-2027)

Charles County Public Schools • La Plata, MD

10h • Hybrid

About The Position

This is a 10-month, non-exempt position for an Instructional Assistant specializing in Speech services for the 2026-2027 school year. The role involves supporting virtual speech-language therapy sessions, requiring the ability to facilitate the teletherapy program, assist students with logging in, troubleshoot technology, and document session details. The position is compensated according to the AFSCME UA3, Grade 3-7 salary scale.

Requirements

• High School Diploma required.
• Ability to work in an instructional support role during virtual speech language therapy sessions.
• Excellent human relations skills.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Knowledge of developmental stages of children.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Flexibility to adjust to frequent schedule changes.
• Must have adequate transportation to commute to multiple school sites during a school day.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with children preferred

Responsibilities

• Complete Teletherapy Facilitator Training as directed by the teletherapy provider
• Complete Instructional Assistant Training (CCPS)
• Complete Student Safety Training (CCPS)
• Set up and test technology daily
• Call classrooms or walk to classrooms to request students for teletherapy services
• Log individual student attendance daily
• Log communications with classroom teachers
• Communicate with teletherapy providers consistently for any schedule changes
• Communicate with relevant school-based personnel when/if behavioral issues arise

What This Job Offers

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