Instructional Assistant - Special Education SLC

Instructional Assistant – Special Education SLC (Job )

• Position Type: Special Education Classified/ Instructional Assistant – Sped
• Date Posted: 6/11/2026
• Location: Bentonville West High School
• Date Available: 8/4/26

Under direct supervision, the Instructional Assistant assists the Special Education Teacher and/or the Principal in student supervision and instructional activities, including the development of academic, social, and independence/self‑care skills as related to the needs identified in students’ individualized education programs (IEPs). Performs routine clerical duties and other required tasks.

• Work with students on content material, including assistance with current computer or assistive technology as needed.
• Work individually and in small groups to reinforce basic learning and implement assigned programs.
• Assist in classroom preparation and strategies for reinforcing instructional materials and skills according to individual student needs.
• Assist with record‑keeping procedures to document student academic learning performance (including data collection for behavior tracking).
• Assist with classroom behavioral management (Behavior Support Plans) to minimize disruptions and ensure a safe and orderly classroom.
• Assist students in non‑instructional areas such as supervising lunch programs, bus duty, playground duty, corridor, study hall, and other related non‑instructional areas.
• Support students as needed in required learning settings (general or special education classrooms, field trips, common areas, post‑secondary facilities).
• Construct, copy and distribute educational materials as needed.
• Work with the Special Education Teacher in preparation for parent conferences, IEP meetings, data collection, and other duties as required.
• Assist students with physical or mental disabilities with activities of daily living to maximize their participation in school or learning activities.
• Assist students with self‑care needs (personal hygiene, feeding, toileting) as required.
• Assist in the training of other paraprofessionals.
• Support student behavior through appropriate restraint procedures when absolutely necessary for student safety; training will be provided.

• Assist staff or building administration as needed, including clerical assistance and assistance with other students in a general education or special education environment.
• Perform any other related duties as assigned.
• Attend occasional extracurricular activities if asked.

The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities and is not intended to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

• Use standard office equipment, such as personal computers and copiers.
• Use or operate student equipment when applicable (e.g., stander, positioner, harness, wheelchair, etc.).

Travel between schools, or between schools and central offices, may be required for certain positions.

• Ability to carry out instructions furnished in written or oral form.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide, and perform arithmetic operations as needed to assist students at the level of IEP goals.
• Ability to understand, apply, and use personal computers and software applications (e.g., Word, Excel).
• Ability to work with a diverse group of individuals.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of information regarding students, employees, and others.
• Ability to establish a supportive and compassionate relationship with students with special needs.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, staff, and others contacted in the course of work.
• Ability to report work orally or in writing to supervisor as required.
• Effective writing and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to attend additional training if needed.

• Ability to safely lift up to 30 pounds.
• Ability to work outdoors during outdoor student activities.
• Ability to safely traverse all required spaces within the assigned facility.
• Ability to physically assist students in emergency evacuation and lockdown situations.

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Successful completion of college level coursework or passing of examination as required by the most recent legislation.
• Prior experience working with children desired.