Educational Assistant-Special Ed

Job Information

Job

Title:

Instructional Educational Assistant (Special Education) – Non‑Exempt – Confidential Employee
Position Type:
Support Staff / Instructional Assistant
Date Posted: 7/1/2025

Location:

Justice Marshall Intermediate School, Marion, Indiana

Reporting to:
Building Principal and Classroom Teacher

Evaluated by:
Building Principal with input of Classroom Teacher

Term: 180 days, same as students;
Special Education and Head Start days may vary depending on program calendar

• Formative evaluations throughout the school year per MCS Performance and Assessment procedures
• Annual summative evaluation prior to May 30

Assist in the education of students.

• 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
• Special
  
  Education:
  
  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 to reinforce learning of material or skills introduced by the teacher in a resource, separate or general education setting.
• Assist students with academic and behavioral deficit skills as determined by the instructional leader.
• Maintain documentation and records as determined by the principal and 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 HIPAA 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.
• Assist students with personal care skills as determined by IEP.

• 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 developing solutions to problems.
• Discreetly handle confidential and politically sensitive matters.
• Make independent decisions in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Tactfully and courteously respond to requests and inquiries or 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.
• Assist students with classroom work as required by the IEP.
• Take responsibility and perform responsible and difficult work assisting students with behavioral or learning goals.
• Utilize applicable software applications (Read 180, Apangea, NEO, Microsoft Office).

• General Office Equipment (computer, telephone, copier, fax machine)
• Classroom instructional equipment
• Physical or occupational therapy equipment (Special Education)

• 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.
• Must be able to lift items associated with being a Special Education Educational Assistant, including possible lifting of students.

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.