Special Education Bridges Program - Special Ed Instructional Assistant - 1.0FTE

Seattle Public Schools•John Stanford Center for Educational Excellence, WA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Special Education Bridges Program - Special Ed Instructional Assistant - 1.0FTE position is responsible for assisting in the supervision, care, and instruction of special needs students. This role involves helping to implement instructional plans, monitoring student behavior, and providing information to school personnel. The duties may vary depending on the specific school or program needs, such as generalist, severe/profound, behavior disorder, hearing impaired, or autism support.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least one of the following: a qualifying score on the ETS paraeducator assessment, an associate degree or higher, seventy-two quarter credits or forty-eight semester credits at the one hundred level or higher at an accredited college or university, or completion of an apprenticeship as a paraeducator.
Ability to perform basic math, including calculations with fractions, percents, and ratios.
Ability to read manuals, write documents, and present information.
Ability to understand complex, multi-step written and oral instructions.
Knowledge of instructional procedures and practices.
Knowledge of age-appropriate student activities.
Knowledge of safety practices and procedures.
Knowledge of conflict resolution.
Knowledge of stages of child development/behavior.
Ability to adhere to safety practices.
Ability to operate standard office equipment, including pertinent software applications.
Ability to prepare and maintain accurate records.
Ability to gather and/or collate data.
Ability to use job-related equipment.
Flexibility to work with others in various circumstances.
Ability to work with data utilizing defined and similar processes.
Ability to operate equipment using standardized methods.
Ability to work with a wide diversity of individuals.
Ability to work with similar types of data.
Problem-solving skills to identify issues and create action plans.
Ability to adapt to changing work priorities.
Ability to communicate with diverse groups.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Ability to work as part of a team.
Ability to work with constant interruptions.
Ability to keyboard.
Ability to learn to use personal computers.
Valid State of Washington Driver's License or evidence of equivalent mobility.
Criminal Justice Fingerprint Background Clearance.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with children.
May require the ability to do basic signing.

Responsibilities

Adapts classroom activities, assignments, and/or materials to ensure all special education students can participate.
Administers a variety of materials and assignments, such as tests and homework, to assist the teacher in evaluating student progress and organizing student needs.
Administers first aid and medical assistance as required.
Assists students with personal care needs due to medical conditions or physical limitations.
Attends meetings and in-service presentations for professional development and information sharing.
Confers with teachers (special education and mainstream) to evaluate student progress and implement IEP objectives.
Confers with teachers and parents regarding student progress and individual educational programs.
Directs and implements behavioral plans for students with behavior disorders or other conditions.
Instructs students in academic subjects, social skills, and daily living skills in individual and group settings.
Maintains instructional materials and student files/records, including adapting materials and tracking attendance.
Monitors students during assigned periods in various school environments to ensure safety and provide a positive learning environment.
Performs other related duties as assigned.