Preschool Instructional Assistant - Part Time - Redbird Elementary School

Preschool Instructional Assistant
- Part Time
- Redbird Elementary School

Starting Date: Aug 6, 2026

Employment Type: Part‑time (29 hours per week)

Base Hourly: $19.89

Class/Calendar: B21, 9.25 months

Performance Pay: Available annually – 1% of the base hourly rate for each year of verified additional experience (up to a ten‑year maximum) and 1% for an AA or higher degree if not required.

Assist certified teachers and specialists in monitoring and instruction of special‑education students implementing Individual Education Plans (IEPs). Support students in academic, daily living, health‑care activities, and routine clerical tasks, demonstrating capacity to operate independently with minimal input from teachers.

• Deliver classroom work/homework or reinforce classroom objectives under teacher’s direction; provide 1:1 and/or small‑group instruction tailored to student IEP goals.
• Assist in the development of instructional materials and maintenance of the classroom.
• Proactively collect and monitor data related to academic and behavioral goals, demonstrating initiative and accountability while utilizing district‑approved tools and systems.
• Assist in modifying curriculum to meet individual learning needs.
• Implement positive behavior intervention plans for students who display challenging behaviors, including verbal and physical aggression.
• Actively monitor and respond to problem behaviors according to the student’s positive behavior intervention plan and district crisis intervention policy.
• Act in accordance with district crisis intervention policy while implementing ASPEN protocols, first aid, CPR (training provided).
• Model and maintain use of de‑escalation strategies to support students in behavioral and emotional distress.
• Transfer and/or lift non‑ambulatory students to assist them in performing daily activities.
• Assist students with personal hygiene and daily living activities, including those with severe medical conditions or physical limitations (e.g., toileting, diapering, feeding, dressing, suctioning).
• Perform and act in accordance with training as required by the health office.
• Accompany students as they transition across campus, including arrival and dismissal.
• Monitor individual and/or small student groups in classroom and/or on the playground to maintain a safe and positive learning environment; facilitate peer interactions.
• Maintain classroom and student equipment to ensure a safe environment.
• Model professional, safe, responsible, and respectful behavior.
• Perform general clerical tasks to support the teacher in the maintenance of student files and provide classroom materials.
• Perform Medicaid billing in school programs (training provided).
• Participate in meetings to share information and improve skills and knowledge.
• Solicit feedback for continuous improvement and participate in professional learning and district‑led professional development.
• Collaborate with the SPED team focused on meeting student IEP goals.
• Maintain regular and on‑time attendance.
• Perform other related duties as assigned to ensure efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.

• Associate’s degree or 60 college credit hours required at the time of hire, or pass the Para Pro Test provided by the district free of charge.
• Minimum six months of experience with preschool children.

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Previous experience and record of effectiveness in similar roles.
• Model the attributes and skills of the MPS Portrait of a Graduate.
• Demonstrate commitment to the MPS Promise that every student is known by name, served by strength and need, and graduates ready for college, career, and community.
• Ability and willingness to work with special education students who may require specialized instruction to meet academic, social, and behavior goals.
• Ability to work well in stressful situations.
• Ability to work well with young children, staff, and parents; good verbal and written communication skills; maintain confidentiality.
• Basic computer proficiency, including use of the district’s Google platform.
• Ability to operate standard office machines.
• Ability to organize and…