Early Learning Support Assistant: 1:1 & Small Groups

Decaturproud; Decatur (IN); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Liberty Preschool in Indiana is seeking a Developmental Preschool Instructional Assistant to provide 1:1 and small group instructional support to early learners, under the direction of licensed staff.

The role involves collaborating with teachers, implementing IEP goals, and adapting activities for students with special needs. Some positions may require sign language, health support, and physical tasks consistent with school program needs.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Experience with Special Needs students preferred.
• May require sign language.
• May require sensory interpretation training and restraint training.
• Support students in accordance with IEP.
• Assist with health-related services and daily living activities (toileting, feeding, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group instructional support to early learners.
• Collaborate with staff and supervising teachers to receive assignments.
• Implement IEP goals and adapt activities to student needs.

Skills

Communication

IEP support

Sign language

Special needs exp

Daily living assistance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Liberty Preschool is looking for a Developmental Preschool Instructional Assistant that can provide 1:1 and small group services to their early learners.

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 using sign language
• May require sensory interpretation training and student restraint training
• Support students in accordance with the IEP
• May require health related services, supports or adaptations including assisting students with activities and daily living. (for example:toileting, diapering, feeding, etc.)

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.

Pay

• $17.00/hour
• 7 paid hours per day (7.5 hours with a 30 min lunch)
• 180 days a year

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).