Empowering Pre-K Adaptive Special Education Assistant

Manassas Park City Schools; Manassas Park (VA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Manassas Park City Schools seeks an Instructional Assistant - Pre-K Adaptive Special Education Curriculum to aid students with special needs. Under guidance of a certified SPED teacher, you will implement instructional plans, monitor progress, and foster an inclusive learning environment.

You will support daily activities, maintain records, and assist with materials and classroom management to help students thrive in a tailored educational setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency required.
• Passage of the ParaPathways assessment (ETS 5757) within 30 days of employment.
• Previous experience working with groups of children desired.
• Ability to work with various ability levels of student.
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions and directions in carrying out tasks and procedures related to instructional and behavioral plans.
• Ability to assist teachers with instructional activities and classroom management.
• Must possess interpersonal communication skills and the professional and personal characteristics necessary for working with parents, students and school personnel.
• Must be at least 18 years of age at the time of employment and meet all MPCS, VHSL, and applicable training requirements for athletic coaches.

Responsibilities

• Complies with all school laws, State Board of Education regulations, and all policies and regulations made by the School Board and Superintendent.
• Performs all duties deemed necessary by the School Board and Superintendent for the efficient and successful operation of the school system.
• Confers with teachers on a regular basis to assist in evaluating special education student progress and/or implementing IEP objectives.
• Implements academic instruction taught by a special education teacher for individuals or small groups. Implement behavioral plans designed by the IEP team for students with behavior challenges or other special conditions for assisting in meeting special education students' needs and providing a consistent environment.
• Support students with daily personal care tasks such as toileting, feeding, and mobility assistance, ensuring their comfort and dignity are always maintained.
• Instructs special education students under the supervision of the special education teacher.
• Maintains instructional materials and/or student files/records (e.g. adapting instructional materials, student files, checking papers, attendance, audiovisual equipment, setting up art/science projects, etc.).
• Monitors special education students (e.g. lunch, playground, during life enrichment activities, etc.).
• Performs record keeping and clerical functions to support the special education teacher.
• Carries out instructional plans as designated by the classroom teacher and the student's IEP.
• Assists in the preparation of instructional materials.
• Assists classroom teacher in maintaining an appropriate level of classroom behavior and control.
• Help students individually and in small groups on assignments and activities.
• Supervises students in the absence of the classroom teacher.
• Performs clerical and instructional duties as assigned by the classroom teacher and/or building principal.
• Assists teacher with maintenance of instructional materials, equipment and bulletin boards.
• Attends in-service and workshop meetings as assigned by the building principal and Director of Special Programs.
• Perform other related duties as may be assigned by the principal, to ensure the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.

Education

High school diploma or equivalency

ParaPathways assessment (ETS 5757) within 30 days of employment

Job description

Manassas Park City Schools seeks an Instructional Assistant - Pre-K Adaptive Special Education Curriculum to aid students with special needs. Under guidance of a certified SPED teacher, you will implement instructional plans, monitor progress, and foster an inclusive learning environment.

You will support daily activities, maintain records, and assist with materials and classroom management to help students thrive in a tailored educational setting.