Special Education Instructional Assistant

Cambridge-Isanti School District 911 • Cambridge, MN

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About The Position

The Special Education Instructional Assistant supports students throughout the school day with behavior and academics. The assistant works in classrooms, including special education classrooms, to help students refocus, de-escalate negative behavior, recognize and acknowledge positive behavior, and build independence. The role requires working cooperatively with the classroom teacher and Special Education staff. Other duties may be assigned by the supervising teacher. The position is 6.5 hours per day and is benefit-eligible.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Passed ParaPro/Para Educator testing or completed 60 college credits.
• Successful background check required.
• Patience, flexibility, and a love for children.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Teamwork, self-starter attitude, and ability to take direction easily.
• Excellent communication and behavior management skills.
• Exemplify compassion, respect, responsibility, self-discipline, and honesty.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with children.

Responsibilities

• Assist students with behavior and academics throughout the day.
• Help students refocus in the classroom and de-escalate negative behavior.
• Recognize and acknowledge positive behavior.
• Work cooperatively with the classroom teacher and Special Education staff.
• Help increase students’ independence.
• Assist in the classroom and special education classroom.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervising teacher.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Optical insurance
• Supplemental insurance available
• Long-term disability coverage
• District-paid life insurance policy
• Retirement plan
• Sick days
• Vacation days
• Holidays

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED