Behavior Support Instructional Assistant - West Newton

ReNEW Schools; West Newton (Westmoreland County); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

MSD Decatur Township is seeking individuals to support classrooms and help implement individualized education plans for students. This 180-day position pays $17.00 per hour and focuses on assisting teachers in delivering instructional activities.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma or GED, strong communication skills, and a willingness to work with students who have special needs. The role involves supervising students and integrating technology like CANVAS and iPads into lessons.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience with special needs students preferred.
• Ability to communicate clearly with staff, students, and visitors.

Responsibilities

• Assist classroom teachers with instructional activities.
• Support implementation of IEP and behavior plans.
• Monitor student progress and report concerns.
• Escort and supervise students to ensure safety.
• Operate CANVAS and classroom technology as needed.

Skills

Communication

Follow directions in writing

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

CANVAS

iPad

Computers

Audio-Visual Equipment

Job description

In MSD of Decatur Township, we're seeking individuals who want to make asignificant impact on students' lives, grow in their practice, and be part of an innovative community of educators.

180 Days

Pay- $17.00/hour

Qualifications:

• Ability to communicate with staff, students, and visitors
• Ability to communicate with supervisor(s) in person and in writing to receive assignments/directions
• High School Diploma or General Education Degree
• Experience working with Special Needs Students Preferred
• May require sensory interpretation training and student restraint training

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to perform physical labor without restrictions such as bending, lifting, stooping, and carrying objects
• Must be able to walk and stand for extended periods of time
• Must be able to lift up to 20 pounds

Daily Responsibilities:

• Assist the classroom teacher(s)
• Assist the classroom teacher(s) in the implementation of the individual students' IEP and Behavior Plans
• Keep the Teacher of Record informed of academic progress and behavioral concerns
• Assist classroom teacher with student discipline and implementation of individualized behavior support plans
• Tutor individual students or groups of students
• Check students' work and assist students with make-up work
• Provide escort and assistance to students
• Alert and inform the classroom teacher of any problems or specific information concerning individual students
• Operate audio-visual equipment and computers for instructional purposes
• Assist the classroom teacher with student class record keeping
• Gather materials requested by the classroom teacher
• Supervise students as assignedby the building administrator(s) or classroom teacher(s)
• Maintain the same high level of confidentiality on student information, work, and progress
• Maintain positive and cooperative relationships with all school personnel at all times
• Performs other tasks and assumes other responsibilities assigned by the classroom teacher and/or building administrator(s)
• Operate and use technology (iPad, Computer, Apps, CANVAS, etc.)

It is the policy of the MSD Decatur Township not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, or disability in its programs or employment policies as required by the Indiana Civil Rights Act (I.C. 22-9.1), Title VI and VII (Civil Rights Act of 1964), the Equal Pay Act of 1973, Title IX (Educational Amendments), and Section 504 (Rehabilitation Act of 1973).