Special Education Instructional Assistant

Education:

High school graduate or equivalent. Demonstration of the qualifications by having obtained one of the following:

• Two (2) years of study at an accredited institution of higher education; OR
• An associate’s (or higher) degree; OR
• Passed the State approved examination (Para Pro Assessment)

• Work under the director of the classroom teacher to assist learners with tasks assigned by the teacher; assist learners in small group and individual learning situations; and monitor class while teacher works with groups or individuals.
• Follow directions from the classroom teacher.
• Assist the classroom teacher with making instructional materials.
• Assist the teacher with instructional and other clerical duties.
• Administer to the physical needs of the learners.
• Support teachers in providing positive learning opportunities for adults.
• Maintain accurate learner and site records and furnish required information for local, state, and federal reports.
• Perform student health and safety related tasks necessary for a particular student or students including, but not limited to, health care services related to students with diabetes, basic life support, therapeutic, and sanitary service, and taking other actions reasonably necessary to prevent harm or injury to a student as determined by the student’s Individual Health Plan (IHP), Individual Education Plan (IEP), or 504 Plan.
• Perform other duties assigned by the teacher, Principal, and/or Director of Special Education.