Instructional Assistant - Special Education, Occupational Course of Study

The Instructional Assistant - Special Education, Occupational Course of Study provides support and assists in coordinating instructional programs for special education students, including familiarity with student's IEP. Maintains an environment conducive to learning, and complies with all federal, state, and local laws, regulations, guidelines, and procedures as they relate to the special education program throughout the district.

Requirements

• Working knowledge of successful instructional delivery methods
• Working knowledge of general classroom activities and routines
• Ability to protect the confidentiality of personally identifiable information
• Ability to work in a team environment and effectively collaborate with others
• Ability to motivate students
• Ability to constantly monitor and supervise the safety and well-being of students
• Ability to recognize and support students with a variety of backgrounds, abilities, exceptionalities, behavioral needs, and learning styles
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both in oral and written form
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with school system staff, students, parents, businesses, community agencies, and the public

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Health insurance
• Retirement plan
• Life insurance
• Paid sick leave