Classroom Assistant; K-8th grade Fairmount Campus
Listed on 2025-11-27
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Education / Teaching
Special Needs / Learning Disabilities, Elementary School, Teacher Assistant/ Paraprofessional, Academic
Overview
Currently offering $1,000 Hiring Incentive!
Part Time and Full Time positions available!
The Classroom Assistant serves a varied population of students with disabilities and provides safe and engaging supervision and instruction in the classroom and during off-campus activities.
The Classroom Assistant will support students with the development of pro-social behaviors by adhering to Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) and implementing appropriate behavior management strategies/supports.
This position assists with the adaption of instruction to meet the individual, academic, medical, developmental, and technological needs of the assigned student(s).
This staff member will support the implementation of Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) and other various state curriculum. Responsible for group work; teaching Lifeskills and independence; recording data; providing basic medical support; organizing and preparing materials; and participating in meetings and professional development. The incumbent may also drive Institute vans and may engage in water-based activities.
At the Fairmount Campus, we are committed to providing special education program in which the uniqueness of each student is valued and understood. We want to enable students to reach their potential in all aspects of life – academically, socially and behaviorally – and help lead them toward the ultimate goal of nurturing their independence now and in the future.
Our curriculum focuses on building essential skills based on standards and curricula identified by the Maryland State Department of Education. Students receive ongoing instruction in reading/English language arts, mathematics, science, social studies, physical education, health, music, fine arts and career development.
We are a nonpublic special education day program approved by the Maryland State Department of Education. We operate on an 11-month program schedule.
ResponsibilitiesThe Classroom Assistant will support students with the development of pro-social behaviors by adhering to Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) and implementing appropriate behavior management strategies/supports.
This position assists with the adaption of instruction to meet the individual, academic, medical, developmental, and technological needs of the assigned student(s).
This staff member will support the implementation of Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) and other various state curriculum. Responsible for group work; teaching Lifeskills and independence; recording data; providing basic medical support; organizing and preparing materials; and participating in meetings and professional development. The incumbent may also drive Institute vans and may engage in water-based activities.
At the Fairmount Campus, we are committed to providing special education program in which the uniqueness of each student is valued and understood. We want to enable students to reach their potential in all aspects of life – academically, socially and behaviorally – and help lead them toward the ultimate goal of nurturing their independence now and in the future.
Our curriculum focuses on building essential skills based on standards and curricula identified by the Maryland State Department of Education. Students receive ongoing instruction in reading/English language arts, mathematics, science, social studies, physical education, health, music, fine arts and career development.
We are a nonpublic special education day program approved by the Maryland State Department of Education. We operate on an 11-month program schedule.
QualificationsAssist the Teacher and Assistant Teacher with instruction and assessment for students with developmental disabilities and/or emotional and behavioral challenges in accordance with student IEP and the Common Core State Curriculum.
Adhere to behavioral plans/protocols as written. Utilize the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) as indicated.
Effectively use behavior management strategies and implement approved physical intervention procedures (i.e., transportation/escort and immobilization/restraint) as trained.
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