Inclusion Support Specialist

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Pension plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Harford County Public Schools in Maryland is seeking an Inclusion Helper at Edgewood High School to provide support for students with severe disabilities and assist teachers in delivering accessible instruction.

The role emphasizes creating independence, handling personal care tasks, and implementing behavior plans, with training and a comprehensive benefits package. This full-time ten-month position starts at $24,705 and offers growth within HCPS.

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

Physical ability

Experience with disabilities

Specific skills for students

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Harford County Public Schools in Maryland is seeking an Inclusion Helper at Edgewood High School to provide support for students with severe disabilities and assist teachers in delivering accessible instruction.

The role emphasizes creating independence, handling personal care tasks, and implementing behavior plans, with training and a comprehensive benefits package. This full-time ten-month position starts at $24,705 and offers growth within HCPS.