Special Education Instructional Assistant; IA - Intervention

SPED Instructional Assistant

The role of Special Education Instructional Assistant was established for the purpose of working with individual and/or small groups of students under the supervision of a professionally licensed teacher in the supervision and instruction of students receiving support through an Individualized Education Plan (IEP). The SPED IA may provide support and services in the general education classroom, special education classroom, or during intervention.

Employees in this classification will receive a variety of assignments including classroom support, intervention delivery, support services, data collection support, lunchroom, playground, and related arts support, etc.

Adapts classroom activities, assignments, and/or materials under the direction of the supervising teacher. Adapts classroom work in order to provide students with instructional materials that address individualized learning plans within established lesson plans. Administers classroom assignments, tests, homework assignments, make-up work, etc. Administers immediate first aid and medical assistance as instructed by a health care professional (e.g. diapering, tube feeding, colostomy bags, medication, etc).

Assists in completing all record keeping requirements. Assists in designing/utilizing appropriate materials for individual students in the general or special education classrooms. Assists in instructing children in health and personal habits, such as eating, resting, and toilet habits. (specifically Early Intervention) Assists in maintaining a safe work and play environment. Assists general and special education teachers in facilitating modifications and/or adaptations in the educational environment, instructional materials and/or equipment for special education students.

Assists students, individually or in small groups, with lesson in order to practice and/or reinforce learning concepts and assist students in reaching academic goals and grade level standards. Assists students, under supervision of special education and/or general education teachers, in working toward meeting IEP objectives and goals. Assists the teacher in maintaining a positive, orderly, and academically focused learning condition in the instructional environment.

Assumes responsibility for knowing and following the safety rules and proper procedures associated with the responsibilities of the job. Assumes the responsibility of having regular and timely attendance. Collaborates with instructional staff, other school personnel, parents and a variety of community resources for the benefit of and in the best interest of students in the academic areas, athletics, special programs, extra-curricular activities, etc.

Communicates with teachers as may be required to assist in evaluating progress and/or implement IEP objectives (where applicable). Discusses assigned duties with classroom teachers to coordinate instructional efforts. Dresses children and changes diapers as necessary. Employs and implements de-escalation/restraint strategies. Restraint training and certification is required. Employs special education strategies or techniques during instruction to improve the development of sensory and perceptual-motor skills, language, cognition, or memory as directed by supervising teacher.

Follows all board policies, school system rules and administrative regulations. Fosters cooperative social behavior through activities and group projects to assist students in forming satisfying relationships with other students and adults. Implements IEPs that focus on improving areas of skill deficits. Implements self-care programs, including providing direct assistance to students (e.g., toileting, positioning, lifting feeding, etc.) as needed and under the direction of the supervising teacher.

Implements, under the supervision of the assigned teacher, instructional programs and lesson plans. Instructs and monitors students in the use and care of equipment and materials to prevent injuries and damage. Maintains a high level of personal integrity and a strong work ethic. Maintains classroom equipment, work areas, and manual and electronic files and records…