Inclusion Support Specialist

HCPS Careers; Maryland; On-site; USD 24,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Harford County Public Schools in Maryland seeks an Inclusion Helper at Roye-Williams Elementary School to support students with severe disabilities during instruction and help them participate in class.

The role requires a high school diploma, strong verbal and interpersonal skills, and the ability to assist with personal care and lifting up to 40 pounds. This is a full-time ten-month position with a comprehensive benefits package.

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

Verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Harford County Public Schools in Maryland seeks an Inclusion Helper at Roye-Williams Elementary School to support students with severe disabilities during instruction and help them participate in class.

The role requires a high school diploma, strong verbal and interpersonal skills, and the ability to assist with personal care and lifting up to 40 pounds. This is a full-time ten-month position with a comprehensive benefits package.