Special Education One-on-One Instructional Assistant (Grant Funded)

Colonial Beach Public Schools

“Every Student. Every Minute. Every Day.”

Special Education One-on-One Instructional Assistant

Pay Grade: Instructional Assistant

Period of Employment: 10 Months FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Supervised by and/or Reports to: Building Principal

General Responsibilities: To provide support for the academic, behavioral, and personal needs of students with disabilities in a special setting classroom in collaboration with the special education team and administrators at Colonial Beach Public Schools.

Funding for this position is provided entirely through state grants and is dependent on the continued allocation of such funds and the enrollment of a specific student requiring intensive support. Employment beyond the current grant cycle is not guaranteed.

Essential Duties:

(This list is intended solely as an illustration of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude their addition if they are similar to or a logical extension of the position.)

Essential Responsibilities:

Provide direct instructional and behavioral support to students with disabilities in a special setting classroom in collaboration with the special education teacher(s) and administrators Implement individualized education program (IEP) goals and accommodations as directed by the teacher or related service providers Executes the Behavior Intervention Plan (BIP) and tracks data for the BIP as directed by the IEP team and school psychologist Support students with emotional, behavioral, and academic challenges to the students’ best ability while using positive behavior intervention strategies for all assigned students Helps promote students’ independence, social skills, and self-help skills Monitor and document student progress and behavior data for review by the instructional team Monitors students and controls the behavior of students in classroom and non-classroom situations Maintain a safe, respectful, and inclusive classroom environment that supports the physical and emotional well-being of all students Assist in the preparation and organization of classroom materials, activities, and adaptive equipment Collaborate effectively with teachers, therapists, and other school staff to support student success Assists with monitoring students on playgrounds, getting on and off buses, and to and from the classroom Participate in ongoing training related to special education, crisis intervention, and behavior management techniques Understands and follows through with oral and written instructions directed by teachers and administrators Performs other duties as assigned by the Supervisor

Requisite Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills with the ability to build relationships with students, families, faculty, and administrators from diverse life experiences. Thorough knowledge of the principles, practices, and procedures of school administration Thorough knowledge of special education, crisis intervention, and behavior management techniques Ability to develop and present ideas and information effectively, orally and in written form Time management skills and the ability to prioritize work Attention to detail and problem-solving skills Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with principals, school staff and administrators, and families of CBPS Willingness to be flexible and work in many assignments throughout the School

Education or Equivalency Requirements:

Minimum/Preferred

Education Level

Description:

Minimum

High School Diploma or GED

Preferred

Description:

Minimum

ParaPro Assessment (with a High School Diploma or GED)

Preferred

Must have the use of sensory skills in order to effectively communicate and interact with other employees and the public through the use of the telephone and personal contact as normally defined by the ability to see, read, talk, hear, handle or feel objects and controls. Physical capability to effectively use and operate various items of office related equipment, such as, but not limited to: a personal computer, calculator, copier, and fax machine. Some climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, and repetitive motions. Some heavy work requiring the exertion of 50 pounds of force occasionally to move objects may be required.

Colonial Beach Public Schools assures equal employment opportunities and equal education opportunities for employees and students as required by federal and state orders and laws. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential tasks.