Special Education Instructional Assistant (Paraprofessional) - SY 26-27
Leadership Public Schools•Richmond, CA
•Onsite
About The Position
The Special Education Instructional Assistant provides instructional support to individual or small groups of students with Individualized Education Plans (IEPs). This role involves assisting students with classroom assignments, implementing IEP goals in collaboration with educators, providing socio-emotional support, and maintaining student progress records. The assistant will also participate in IEP meetings and contribute to developing positive relationships within the school community.
Requirements
- Two years of college (48 units), or A.A. degree (or higher)
- Employment eligibility that may include fingerprints, tuberculosis and/or other employment clearance
- Knowledge of guiding principles and practices related to students with special needs
- Knowledge of subjects taught in schools, including basic and advanced arithmetic, grammar, spelling, language, history, science, and reading
- Knowledge of engaging instructional methods and techniques
- Knowledge of correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation, and vocabulary
- Knowledge of graduation and college admission requirements
- Knowledge of acceptable school and classroom policies and procedures
- Knowledge of behavior management and deescalation techniques
- Knowledge of operation of standard office and classroom equipment
- Knowledge of interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and professionalism
- Knowledge of basic record-keeping and report preparing techniques
- Ability to assist with instruction and related activities in a classroom or assigned learning environment
- Ability to reinforce instruction to individual or small groups of students with special needs
- Ability to manage a range of student behaviors
- Ability to assist in the preparation of instructional materials in support of IEPs
- Ability to perform routine clerical duties
- Ability to understand and relate to students with special needs
- Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others
- Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
- Ability to demonstrate an understanding, patient, and receptive attitude towards students with special needs
- Ability to collect data, monitor, and observe and report student behavior and progress
Nice To Haves
- One-year of successful work experience in special education preferred
- Bilingual proficiency in Spanish highly desired
Responsibilities
- Provide instructional support to individual or small groups of students with IEPs
- Assist students in completing classroom assignments, homework, and projects across various subject areas
- Assist with implementation of IEP goals in collaboration with Education Specialists and classroom teachers
- Provide students with socio-emotional support
- Confer with other instructional staff in adapting lesson plans and materials to meet student needs
- Collect and maintain accurate records and files related to student progress
- Communicate with staff and administrators to provide updates on student progress or areas of concern
- Participate in IEP meetings as assigned
- Develop positive relationships with the school-community aligned with LPS’ culture and values
- Perform related duties as assigned
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
Number of Employees
11-50 employees
