Inclusion Support Aide for Students with Disabilities

Harford County Public Schools; Maryland; On-site; USD 25,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Harford County Public Schools seeks an Inclusion Helper at Abingdon Elementary School to support students with severe disabilities. Duties include instructional support, modifications, and helping students complete assignments under teacher direction.

Requirements include a high school diploma and strong verbal/interpersonal skills, with preference for experience with students with disabilities. Physical requirements include lifting and transferring students as needed.

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.
• 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 and interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Harford County Public Schools seeks an Inclusion Helper at Abingdon Elementary School to support students with severe disabilities. Duties include instructional support, modifications, and helping students complete assignments under teacher direction.

Requirements include a high school diploma and strong verbal/interpersonal skills, with preference for experience with students with disabilities. Physical requirements include lifting and transferring students as needed.