Inclusion Support Aide for Students with Disabilities

HCPS Careers; Maryland; On-site; USD 25,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Retirement savings / pension

Paid time off

Job summary

HCPS Careers seeks an Inclusion Helper at Prospect Mill Elementary School to support students with severe disabilities and assist teachers in delivering instruction. The role emphasizes independence, behavior support, and personal care assistance under supervision.

Required: high school diploma and strong verbal/interpersonal skills. The position is ten months, non-exempt, with a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or minimum educational standard established through federal legislation.
• Possess strong verbal and interpersonal skills.
• Able to meet physical requirements of position which are considered essential job functions, with or without accommodation, by passing pre-employment exam.
• Such requirements directly support students and include, but are not limited to, squatting, kneeling, and ability to lift and transfer students weighing up to 40 pounds.
• Experience working with students with disabilities preferred.
• Specific skills as dictated by the needs of the students.

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, but not limited to, 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

Strong verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma

Job description

HCPS Careers seeks an Inclusion Helper at Prospect Mill Elementary School to support students with severe disabilities and assist teachers in delivering instruction. The role emphasizes independence, behavior support, and personal care assistance under supervision.

Required: high school diploma and strong verbal/interpersonal skills. The position is ten months, non-exempt, with a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for professional growth.