DLC Elementary Instructional Assistant - Special Education

Douglas Education Service District; Roseburg (OR); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Douglas Education Service District seeks a Developmental Learning Classroom (DLC) Instructional Assistant for Riddle Elementary School. This 6-hour/day, 5-day/week position begins immediately to support students with special education needs.

The role involves assisting in planning/implementing activities, supervising students, and maintaining confidential records. Training in district procedures is provided, with an emphasis on individualized supports.

Qualifications

• AA degree or equivalent from two-year college or technical school.
• 1–2 years related experience and/or training or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must meet current Federal Department of Education requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers in planning and implementing learning experiences for students in special education.
• Confer with the teacher to provide feedback on student performance, progress, and testing activities.
• Assist in devising strategies for reinforcing materials or skills based on student needs.
• Monitor classroom management per the district's discipline procedures; training provided.
• Provide supervision of students with special needs in buildings or other school areas and activities.
• Assist in handling discipline problems per behavior support plans.
• Occasionally help with physical activities including moving/lifting of students with disabilities.
• Occasionally assist with basic feeding and personal hygiene needs including potty training or diaper changes.
• Maintain confidentiality of information about students and staff.
• Work independently and use problem solving with individual student needs.

Skills

Communication

Special needs awareness

Education

Associate degree or equivalent

1–2 years related experience or training

Job description

Douglas Education Service District seeks a Developmental Learning Classroom (DLC) Instructional Assistant for Riddle Elementary School. This 6-hour/day, 5-day/week position begins immediately to support students with special education needs.

The role involves assisting in planning/implementing activities, supervising students, and maintaining confidential records. Training in district procedures is provided, with an emphasis on individualized supports.