Instructional Support Specialist - School for Integrated Learning

Devereux•West Chester, PA

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The School for Integrated Learning is seeking an Instructional Support Specialist to join their multi-disciplinary team in West Chester, PA. This role involves working with children with special needs, utilizing a strengths-based approach that emphasizes applied behavior analysis and positive behavior supports. The specialist will assist children with individualized plans for daily life, support classroom activities, ensure a safe and clean environment, and participate in the planning, implementation, and documentation of programs designed to meet the social, emotional, physical, and personal needs of the client. The School for Integrated Learning focuses on building upon the unique strengths of each student and offers a breadth of opportunities for students to express themselves and find personal levels of accomplishment. The goal is to create individualized educational opportunities that enable each student to live as a positive, healthy, and socially-connected individual in their community. The school is licensed to serve students in grades K-12 with behavioral and cognitive differences, autism, intellectual disabilities, and speech and language impairments. The curriculum is aligned with Pennsylvania Core Standards and partner school districts' curricula. The program utilizes differentiated instruction, evidence-based instructional strategies, and rigorous learning expectations, with each student having an Individualized Educational Plan (IEP). A primary focus is the philosophy of Program-Wide Positive Behavior Intervention and Support (PW-PBIS) to promote positive behaviors and create safe, supportive environments.

Requirements

High School Diploma required.
Ability to manage multiple tasks.
Proficient communication skills.
Proficient computer skills.

Nice To Haves

Associates Degree or completion of two years of post-secondary education from an accredited college or university preferred.
Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist the children in your care with their individualized plans for daily life.
Support the children with classroom activities.
Ensure the students are safe, healthy, and living in a clean environment.
Participate in the planning, implementation, and documentation of programs designed to meet the social, emotional, physical, and personal needs of the client.