Instructional Assistant - SpEd BASE

Instructional Assistant- BASE

Help meet the physical and instructional needs of students with disabilities in a variety of settings; including self-contained and general education classrooms based on the needs of the student(s). Assist in the implementation of classroom programs, including self-help, behavior management, and instructional programs, and assistive technology. Work under the general supervision of the principal and immediate direction of a certified teacher.

Work with related service providers in the implementation of students' IEPs.

Ability to work with children with disabilities

Ability to follow verbal and written instructions

Ability to communicate effectively

Knowledge of general office equipment

• Help teachers prepare instructional materials and student learning-support materials
• Help maintain a neat and orderly classroom
• Help with inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment
• Help teacher keeps administrative records and prepare required reports
• Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers
• Assist with implementation and data tracking of individual student Behavior Intervention Plans

• Assist students with physical disabilities according to their needs including transferring to and from wheelchairs; lifting; positioning; or assisting students with personal care such as feeding, bathroom needs, and personal hygiene
• Help manage the behavior of students. This includes intervening in crisis situations and restraining disruptive or dangerous students as needed
• Recognize differences in each student's special medical, physical, communicative, and emotional needs and adapt methods and interaction accordingly
• Work with individual students or small groups to develop motor skills and conduct instructional exercises assigned by the teacher
• Help supervise program students throughout the school day, inside and outside the classroom. This includes lunchroom, bus, and playground duty
• Keep the teacher informed of the special needs or problems of individual students

• Maintain confidentiality and demonstrate an understanding of FERPA in all environments
• Participate in staff development training programs, faculty meetings, and special events as assigned
• Performs other duties as assigned
• All duties must be performed on site.

This job description describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

Little Elm ISD does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, military status, genetic information, or on any other basis prohibited by law. Additionally, the District does not discriminate against an employee or applicant who acts to oppose such discrimination or participates in the investigation of a complaint related to a discriminatory employment practice.

Employment decisions will be made on the basis of each applicant's job qualifications, experience, and abilities.

El Distrito Escolar Independiente de Little Elm no discrimina a ningún empleado o candidato a empleo por razón de raza, color, religión, sexo, nacionalidad, edad, incapacidad, estatus militar, información genética o de cualquier otra razón prohibida por ley. Además, el distrito escolar no discrimina a ningún empleado o candidato a empleo que actúe oponiéndose a ese tipo de discriminaciones o que participe en la investigación de una queja relacionada con alguna práctica discriminatoria en la contratación.

La toma de decisiones respecto a una contratación se hará en función de las calificaciones, experiencia y habilidades del candidato.