Special Education Assistant

Position Type:
Support Staff/ Instructional Assistant

Marion, Indiana

Position Title:

Instructional Educational Assistant
FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt
Responsible to:
Building Principal and Classroom Teacher
Supervises:
Students
Evaluated By:
Building Principal with input of Classroom Teacher
Benefit Level: A
Terms of Employment: 180 days (same as students);
Special Education and Head Start - days may vary depending on program calendar
Evaluation Period: formative evaluations throughout the school year as per MCS Performance and Assessment procedures; annual summative evaluation prior to May 30
Purpose of the Position:
Assist in the education of students.

Classified as Confidential Employee:
Functional responsibilities or knowledge in connections with the issues involved in dealings between the school corporation and its employees require strict adherence to confidentiality.

• Successful completion of 48 hours of college credit or Para Professional Test
• Meet particular requirements of local, state, and federal programs, especially in terms of confidentiality.

• Successful completion of Crisis Prevention/De-escalation and restraint training

• Relate well with children and parents, treating all children, parents, and staff with dignity and respect.
• Assist teacher in any way possible.
• Assist in maintaining a positive learning environment in the classroom.
• Maintain confidentiality at all times.
• Work with individual students or small groups of students to reinforce learning of material or skills initially introduced by the teacher in a resource, separate or general education setting.
• Assist students with academic & behavioral deficit skills as determined by the instructional leader.
• Maintain documentation & records as determined by the principal, teacher of record.
• Relate to students in a non-confrontational manner while maintaining established standards of behavior as determined by the instructional leader.
• Assist teachers in implementing an individualized education program for each student including accommodations and modifications.
• Maintain confidentiality and follow guidelines of Article & FERPA or HIPPA in relation to student information.
• Complete other duties as assigned by TOR, principal or Department of Special Services as part of a student’s IEP.

• Prepare instructional materials as needed.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as directed by the Superintendent.
• Supervise students in the hall, classroom, or restroom in teacher absence.

• Policies, procedures and functions of an assistant in a classroom setting
• Applicable software and applications (Microsoft Word, iPod/iPad Apps)
• Principles, practices and methods of working with students

• Plan, organize, and schedule priorities.
• Use independent judgment and initiative in making sound decisions and in developing solutions to problems.
• Discretely handle confidential and politically sensitive matters.
• Make independent decisions in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Tactfully and courteously respond to requests and inquiries/complaints from the general public and staff.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff and the community

• General Office Equipment (computer, telephone, copier, fax machine)
• Classroom instructional equipment

• Specified classrooms and other areas of building

• Must be able to sit and/or stand for long periods of time.
• Must be able to stoop, kneel or crouch.
• Must be able to hear and speak clearly.
• Must be able to lift up to 30 lbs.

This job description was developed by the building principals in conjunction with the HR Department and the Director of Special Services.

Marion Community Schools assures Equal Employment Opportunities for job candidates and employees. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential tasks. This job description is intended to accurately reflect the position activities and requirements. However, management and administration reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and assign other duties as necessary. It is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills, or working conditions associated with the position.