Inclusion Support Aide - Elementary School

Harford County Public Schools; Maryland; On-site; USD 23,630 - 35,273; Full time

Job summary

Harford County Public Schools seeks an Inclusion Helper at Joppatowne Elementary School for the 2026-2027 school year to support students with severe disabilities in the classroom.

The role involves assisting with instruction, modifications, accommodations, behavior plans, and personal care tasks, while promoting independence and data recording in collaboration with teachers and specialists.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or minimum educational standard established through federal legislation.
• Strong verbal and interpersonal skills.
• Able to meet physical requirements of position, including lifting and transferring students as necessary.

Responsibilities

• Provides support to students during instruction; provides modifications and accommodations.
• Facilitates student independence in the least restrictive environment.
• Provides assistance to students to complete assignments; follows-up and reinforces activities.
• Monitors student behavior and implements behavioral strategies and intervention plans.
• Provides assistance with personal care needs including lifting, transferring, feeding, and toileting.
• Prepares instructional materials for students based on the direction of the teacher.
• Charts data on student progress, as necessary.
• Participates in professional development programs as assigned.
• Performs other work-related duties as assigned.

Skills

Verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Harford County Public Schools seeks an Inclusion Helper at Joppatowne Elementary School for the 2026-2027 school year to support students with severe disabilities in the classroom.

The role involves assisting with instruction, modifications, accommodations, behavior plans, and personal care tasks, while promoting independence and data recording in collaboration with teachers and specialists.