Inclusion Support Specialist - Elementary

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

Job summary

Harford County Public Schools is seeking an Inclusion Helper at Homestead-Wakefield Elementary School to support students with severe disabilities during instruction. The role includes providing accommodations, helping students achieve independence in the least restrictive environment, and assisting with personal care needs under teacher direction.

Requirements include a high school diploma, strong verbal and interpersonal skills, and the ability to meet physical demands including lifting up to

Qualifications

• High school diploma or minimum educational standard established through federal legislation.
• 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

Team collaboration

Student support

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Harford County Public Schools is seeking an Inclusion Helper at Homestead-Wakefield Elementary School to support students with severe disabilities during instruction. The role includes providing accommodations, helping students achieve independence in the least restrictive environment, and assisting with personal care needs under teacher direction.

Requirements include a high school diploma, strong verbal and interpersonal skills, and the ability to meet physical demands including lifting up to