Instructional Aide

Instructional Aide

The instructional aide will work under the direct supervision of a Special Education Teacher to implement Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), manage complex behaviors, and foster an environment of dignity and growth.

1. Instructional Support

• Small Group & 1-on-1 Instruction:
  Deliver modified lessons in subjects like literacy and math, following the teacher's lead.
• Data Collection:
  Accurately track student progress on IEP goals and behavioral interventions using daily logs or digital charts.
• Adaptation:
  Modify classroom materials (e.g., creating visual schedules or tactile aids) to meet diverse sensory and cognitive needs.

2. Behavioral & Emotional Support

• Crisis Intervention:
  Implement approved de-escalation techniques for students experiencing emotional dysregulation or aggressive outbursts.
• Positive Reinforcement:
  Consistently apply behavior intervention plans (BIPs) to encourage prosocial skills and functional communication.
• Social
  
  Coaching:
  
  Model and facilitate appropriate social interactions between students.

3. Physical & Personal Care

• Activities of Daily Living (ADLs):
  Assist students with personal hygiene, including toileting/diapering, feeding, and dressing, while maintaining the highest level of student privacy.
• Mobility Assistance:
  Help with lifting, transferring, or positioning students who use wheelchairs or other adaptive equipment.
• Safety Supervision:
  Maintain a vigilant "line of sight" to ensure student safety during transitions, recess, and lunch.

• Education:
  
  High School Diploma/GED required;
  Associate's degree or 60+ college credits preferred (or passing score on the Para Pro Assessment).
• Experience:
  
  Previous experience with individuals with developmental disabilities (Autism, Down Syndrome, etc.) is highly valued.
• Certifications:
  
  Ability to obtain and maintain CPR/First Aid and Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) certification.