Lower School Exceptional Children's Instructional Assistant

IC Imagine•Asheville, NC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

IC Imagine Charter School in Asheville, NC is seeking a dedicated, self-motivated full-time Exceptional Children’s Instructional Assistant to support students in kindergarten through 5th grades. This position operates on a modified, year-round school schedule. Pay is determined by IC Imagine’s Salary Schedule.

Requirements

Minimum High School Diploma
1 year of experience working with students in a school setting

Nice To Haves

Self-motivated
Skilled in problem solving and decision making as well as observation, listening, and coaching
Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing
Maintain effective working relationships
Possess strong time management skills
Ability to prioritize workload and multitask in a busy environment
Proficiency with GSuite
Prolonged periods of standing, kneeling, squatting, reaching and bending
Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
Must be able to lift up to 65 pounds at times

Responsibilities

Maintain positive and consistent communication with students and teachers related to academics, behavior, and attendance of students.
Work cohesively in a team setting.
Work one-on-one with students, as needed.
Collaborate with general education teachers and other support staff.
Utilize a positive reinforcement behavioral system.
Assist classroom teacher in performing specific duties as assigned or undertaking specialized tasks to achieve and enhance instructional and behavioral objectives.
Work with individuals, small groups, or large groups, as assigned.
Assist with behavior modification, as assigned.
Escort students, as assigned.
Monitor students during assigned periods within a variety of school environments for the purpose of maintaining a safe and positive learning environment.
Provide programmed practice activities and repetitions, as developed by teacher, therapist or pathologist.
Report student concerns directly and expeditiously to the teacher and assist with student resolution.
Assist students with breakfast, lunch, snack, including clean-up.
Assist students with basic daily living skills.
Maintain various records and files.
Follow the processes laid out in the employee handbook, respond to emails in a timely manner, and ensure timely feedback is given.
Perform related work as required.
Other duties may be assigned.