Special Education Instructioanl Assistant – Level 2

Job in Brookings, Brookings County, South Dakota, 57007, USA

Listing for: Brookings Economic Development Corporation

Full Time position
Listed on 2026-07-16

Job specializations:

Education / Teaching
Special Needs / Learning Disabilities, Teacher Assistant/ Paraprofessional, Child Development/Support, Special Education Assistant

Special Education Instructional Assistant – Level 2

Benefits

Full-time with benefits
75% of health & dental insurance premiums paid
Vision & Symetra coverage available
South Dakota Retirement benefits
Up to $25,000 life insurance policy
Personal & sick leave package
Wage starts at $19.60/hour
Position open until filled

TITLE:

Instructional Assistant – Level 2

Qualifications

Two years post high school education

Pass all employment screenings

Possess the ability and desire to work with children in need of special education who present challenging behaviors

Experience working with children with special needs and behavior disorders preferred

Reports To

Director of Special Education

Primary Function

To support implementation of students’ Individualized Education Programs (IEPs); assist in developing and implementing a behavior plan as described in the IEP; assist in the instructional program in an educational setting.

Physical Requirements

Requires hearing, hand-eye coordination, mind-eye coordination; ability to carry 30-40 pounds; frequent lifting, sitting, stooping, standing, and bending; frequent keyboarding and repetitive motion with wrists, hands and fingers; occasional physical management of students.

Performance Responsibilities

Support students in alternative and classroom settings to control behavior.

Assist in implementing de-escalation strategies.

Model and teach specialized strategies and techniques (social stories, peer facilitation, peer training, etc.).

Participates in the implementation and revision of student behavior programs and Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).

Collect and maintain data on behavior and achievement goals.

Assist in preparation and adaptation of instructional materials and behavior plans to enhance student performance.

Help establish and maintain home-school communication, including progress reports and other reports determined by case manager.

Provide individual or small group instruction and support to students.

Administer tests, correct papers, and record grades; prepare instructional materials.

Supervises student activities, when needed.

Participates in behavior management training as requested by the District.

Performs other duties as assigned by supervisors.

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