Inclusion Support Aide for Students with Disabilities

Harford County Public Schools; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Harford County Public Schools (HCPS) invites applications for an Inclusion Helper at North Harford Elementary School. This full-time, ten-month position supports students with severe disabilities, assists with instruction, and helps implement accommodations under teacher direction.

Qualifications include a high school diploma, strong verbal and interpersonal skills, and the ability to assist with student lifting up to 40 pounds. Prior experience with students with disabilities is preferred.

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 skills

Interpersonal skills

Ability to meet physical requirements

Education

High school diploma

Experience with students with disabilities preferred

Job description

Harford County Public Schools (HCPS) invites applications for an Inclusion Helper at North Harford Elementary School. This full-time, ten-month position supports students with severe disabilities, assists with instruction, and helps implement accommodations under teacher direction.

Qualifications include a high school diploma, strong verbal and interpersonal skills, and the ability to assist with student lifting up to 40 pounds. Prior experience with students with disabilities is preferred.