Instructional Assistant- Level I

Job Title: Instructional Assistant
- Level I

Department: Education

Reports to: Education Director

Hourly : $18-20/hr

At Royer Greaves School for the Blind, Instructional Assistants play an important role in helping students participate, learn, communicate, and become as independent as possible throughout the school day. Working closely with the classroom teacher and other members of the student’s team, the Instructional Assistant provides individualized support based on each student’s unique needs.

This position is an opportunity to build meaningful relationships with students while working as part of a collaborative team of teachers, therapists, nurses, behavioral professionals, and other staff. Instructional Assistants are provided with guidance and support to help them understand and respond to the individual needs of the students they serve.

The Instructional Assistant will:

• Provide individualized or small-group support to students under the direction of the classroom teacher.
• Assist students with personal care, feeding, toileting, mobility, and other activities of daily living as needed.
• Support student participation in classroom instruction, activities, community experiences, and vocational settings.
• Prepare and organize instructional materials and assist students in accessing learning activities.
• Reinforce instructional strategies, behavioral supports, and classroom routines as directed by the teacher and appropriate specialists.
• Implement behavior plans and strategies as directed by the teacher and Board Certified Behavior Analyst.
• Support each student’s individual communication system or mode of communication.
• Assist students with mobility equipment and devices, including wheelchairs, walkers, braces, and canes, as appropriate.
• Encourage student independence and provide assistance based on the individual student’s needs.
• Communicate important information about students to the classroom teacher and other members of the educational team.
• Maintain accurate daily activity or student support logs as required.
• Accompany students to classes, activities, and other scheduled environments throughout the school day.
• Maintain confidentiality and demonstrate professionalism in all interactions involving students and families.
• Participate in staff meetings, training, and professional development.
• Follow school safety procedures and assist with emergency drills.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the classroom teacher or Director of Education.

We are looking for individuals who:

• Are patient, dependable, and attentive to student needs.
• Work well as part of a classroom team.
• Are willing to learn and accept feedback from teachers and other professionals.
• Demonstrate initiative and are willing to assist when needed.
• Maintain a positive and respectful approach with students and colleagues.
• Understand the importance of student dignity, independence, safety, and confidentiality.
• Are comfortable learning new instructional, behavioral, communication, and therapeutic strategies.

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in education, special education, human services, or a related field preferred.
• Experience working with children, individuals with disabilities, or in an educational, therapeutic, healthcare, or related setting preferred.
• Relevant experience, training, or demonstrated skills may be considered in place of formal education or experience requirements.

Royer Greaves School values:

• Student Focus – Maintains attention to the student’s needs, safety, dignity, communication, and independence throughout the school day.
• Teamwork – Works collaboratively with classroom teachers, instructional…