Inclusion Support Specialist

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

Job summary

Harford County Public Schools seeks an Inclusion Helper to support students with severe disabilities at Hall's Cross Roads Elementary School. The role is full-time ten-month, with step-based salary and benefits described below.

Responsibilities include providing instructional support, facilitating independence, assisting with personal care needs, collecting progress data, and applying behavioral strategies under teacher direction. Strong communication and physical ability are required.

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 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 and transferring students.
• 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

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Harford County Public Schools seeks an Inclusion Helper to support students with severe disabilities at Hall's Cross Roads Elementary School. The role is full-time ten-month, with step-based salary and benefits described below.

Responsibilities include providing instructional support, facilitating independence, assisting with personal care needs, collecting progress data, and applying behavioral strategies under teacher direction. Strong communication and physical ability are required.