Inclusion Support Specialist

Harford County Public Schools; Edgewood (MD); On-site; USD 23,630 - 35,273; Full time

Job summary

Harford County Public Schools is seeking an Inclusion Helper at Edgewood Elementary School to support students with severe disabilities during instruction, providing modifications, accommodations, and data collection. The role involves assisting with personal care needs and helping students develop independence in a least restrictive environment.

High school diploma required; experience with students with disabilities preferred; ability to lift and transfer students up to 40 pounds is essential.

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 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 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

Lift 40 pounds

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Harford County Public Schools is seeking an Inclusion Helper at Edgewood Elementary School to support students with severe disabilities during instruction, providing modifications, accommodations, and data collection. The role involves assisting with personal care needs and helping students develop independence in a least restrictive environment.

High school diploma required; experience with students with disabilities preferred; ability to lift and transfer students up to 40 pounds is essential.