Instructional Support Specialist-Temp

Position Summary

Support Specialist (ISS), we seek an individual who will serve as an instructional partner in general education classrooms and work as a member of cross-disciplinary teams to implement a college-preparatory, standards-based curriculum that integrates the arts and technology. This full time opportunity is immediately available; we anticipate that it will be a 4 to 6 month assignment, but potentially longer. BART Instructional Support Specialists are skillful educators, and:

• Welcome the challenge of supporting students in a high-expectations, college-preparatory environment;
• Believe that collaboration between teachers and support staff strengthens student outcomes;
• Value high-quality instruction, academic rigor, and inclusive practices for all students, and believes that all students, regardless of their abilities, should leave high school with refined skills and be prepared for college;
• Model continuous learning to students, peers, and supervisors.
• Contribute to a school-wide culture of shared responsibility and instructional excellence.
• Demonstrate a solutions-oriented mindset and strong commitment to student success.

Instructional Responsibilities
- Actively Support

• Actively Support instruction in general education classrooms by circulating, checking for understanding, re-teaching content, and assisting students to stay on task.
• Facilitate small-group instruction and skill-building sessions in reading, writing, math, and other content areas in collaboration with the classroom teacher.
• Assist in planning and implementing learning activities by providing feedback on student engagement and progress.
• Lead or co-lead breakout sessions for targeted intervention or enrichment.
• Support classroom culture and routines by reinforcing expectations, managing transitions, and ensuring a positive learning environment.
• Collaborate closely with classroom teachers, asking, "How can I help in this classroom?" to promote a team-based approach to instruction and classroom dynamics.
• Provide accommodations and support for students on IEPs or 504 plans, as directed by classroom or special education teachers.
• Monitor student understanding and engagement, take anecdotal notes, and share observations with teachers and support teams.

• Take part in a focused role in supporting, reinforcing, and advancing the educational experience of students with behavioral, social emotional, and academic needs;
• Provide individualized assistance and instruction to students through one-on-one or small group activities in order to maximize student learning in general education classrooms;
• Collaborate with the Student Support Team to implement behavioral plans.

• Supervise students in hallways, lunchroom, library, outdoors, or on field trips as needed.
• Proctor MCAS and other assessments, including providing required accommodations.
• Serve as classroom substitute teacher when regular teachers are absent.

• High School Diploma required;
  Two years of college education or more preferred
  - At least two years of classroom or
• Instructional Experience Preferred
  - Experience Working With Students with diverse academic and behavioral needs
• Demonstrated success in collaborative, team-based environments
• Strong commitment to working with students in a professional and inclusive manner
• Knowledge of ABA and Restorative Practices
• Comfort and skill in responding dynamically to classroom needs
• Growth mindset and dedication to the success of all children