Special Education Instructional Assistant, Expressions

special education instructional assistant – expressions

waiver position – this position is a waiver position which means it is only slated for the 26/27 school year; at the end of this timeframe, the individual in this role will be transferred to another vacancy at fcps.

under the fair labor and standards act this position is non‑exempt from overtime. Actual salary placement will be in accordance with the salary procedures of the frederick county public school system.

under the general direction of one or more certified classroom teachers and/or school administrator(s), special education instructional assistants for specialized programs monitor, assist, and provide support for students with special needs to implement the student's individualized education program (iep) for students that participate in frederick county public schools (fcps) specialized programs (expressions, learning for life, pyramid, rock creek). Assistance to the student(s) may include extensive physical and/or personal care support.

All duties/responsibilities are performed under the direction of a special education teacher. The ability to lift may be required based on student needs.

• supports students under the direction of a certificated fcps staff.
• communicates and documents student progress.
• sets up and adapts materials, equipment, and assistive devices for use by student(s) as directed.
• facilitates student progress toward independence.
• monitors and assists students during educational and recreational activities.
• assists student(s) with routine physical and/or personal care not required to be performed by a nurse.
• monitors and assists students in meeting iep goals and objectives.
• carries out emergency action and/or health care plans for designated student(s).
• assists students with classroom accessibility.
• prioritizes work assignments appropriately.
• completes appropriate amount of work in an efficient manner; seeks out additional assignments as time permits.
• demonstrates support for the organization and its goals; accepts constructive criticism.
• reports promptly for work, utilizes time wisely and maintains an acceptable attendance pattern.
• demonstrates working knowledge of english, spelling, vocabulary and mathematics.
• maintains confidentiality of student information.
• assists with administering, scoring, and recording of assessments.
• may participate in crisis intervention techniques.
• assist with physically aggressive behaviors as needed.
• assist in student mobility, moving wheelchairs, operating lifting devices and assisting students with self‑care needs.
• work effectively in a team environment.
• supports the delivery of education and services to students with moderately to severe behavioral needs.
• assists in the delivery of education and services to students with moderately to severe communication needs.
• supports the delivery of education and services to students with moderately to severe intellectual needs.

• attends iep team meetings and staff meetings as directed and/or scheduled.
• provides weekly classroom coverage for teachers attending iep team meetings.
• provides general clerical support for the special education program, including typing, filing, making phone calls, scheduling, classroom preparation, and other similar tasks.

• high school diploma or equivalent (ged).
  
  Note:
  
  48 college credits, aa degree, or passing one of the following exams (para pathways, pearson nes: foundations of classroom support, or pearson nes: foundations of classroom support & instruction).
• one (1) to three (3) years' experience working with students with moderately to severe behavioral, communicative and/or intellectual needs in a school or educational setting.
• cpr/first aid training (completed within first year of hire if not current).
• district approved crisis prevention training program (completed within first year of hire).
• registered behavior technician training (completed within first year of hire).
• demonstrated ability to communicate clearly, concisely in both oral and written form.
• working knowledge of english, spelling, vocabulary, and mathematics.
• willingness to participate in training programs…