Preschool Special Education Instructional Assistant
About The Position
Dixon Education Center is seeking a Special Education Preschool Instructional Assistant for the remainder of the 2026–27 school year. The position supports classroom teachers in managing and instructing students, carrying out instructional plans, and providing assistance aligned with students’ Individual Educational Plans (IEPs), including one-to-one assistance when designated. Work is performed under the direction and supervision of classroom teachers, though the assistant may independently carry out routine aspects of the instructional program and assigned school-wide duties. The position is based in school settings and includes daily close contact with students, regular contact with staff, and possible exposure to germs and bloodborne pathogens. The start date is immediate, and the posting remains open until filled. Employment offers are contingent on successful completion of a background check and employment reference check, and submission of a Child Abuse and Neglect Training Certificate.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
- Demonstrated basic reading, writing, and computation skills.
- Experience working with groups of children.
- Good physical and emotional health.
- At least 18 years of age.
- Good character and leadership qualities.
- Successful criminal background check as a condition of employment.
- For elementary-level work, meet the highly qualified requirements under the No Child Left Behind Act of 2001 by passing the Paraprofessional Assessment with a minimum score of 455, having at least 48 college credits, or holding at least an associate degree; college transcripts or Parapro scores must be submitted for consideration at the elementary level.
- Successful completion of an employment reference check and submission of a Child Abuse and Neglect Training Certificate are conditions of an employment offer.
- Ability to meet the position’s physical demands, including standing, walking, sitting, handling objects, reaching, communicating, lifting up to 40 pounds, and potentially moving students using wheelchairs or other mechanical devices.
Responsibilities
- Maintain reliable attendance and arrive promptly.
- Maintain confidentiality of student and school personnel information.
- Coordinate instructional efforts with classroom teachers.
- Assist in delivering instruction and carrying out instructional plans, including applicable IEPs and one-to-one assistance.
- Help prepare and develop teaching aids such as charts, centers, and graphs.
- Assist students individually and in groups with lesson assignments to reinforce learning concepts.
- Help maintain an orderly classroom and instructional materials, including bulletin boards and clean-up activities.
- Support classroom management practices that foster a safe and positive environment.
- Help ensure safe supervision of students and take reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
- Assist with related instructional activities, including field trips, library, and assembly activities, as directed.
- Help ensure students move safely between learning environments.
- Report promptly to assigned locations and attend required meetings and in-services.
- Comply with and support school and division regulations and policies, and model nondiscriminatory practices.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the classroom teacher, school librarian, building administrator, principal, or appropriate administrator.
Benefits
- Full benefits package
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
