Inclusion Support Specialist for Students with Disabilities

Harford County Public Schools; Bel Air (MD); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Retirement savings

Paid time off

Job summary

Harford County Public Schools is seeking an Inclusion Helper at Hickory Elementary School to provide support for students with severe disabilities. This is a 10-month, full-time position with a starting salary of $24,705 and potential growth to $36,878 as outlined in the FY 2026-2027 salary schedule.

Entry on Step 1 applies for new hires. The role involves assisting students during instruction, implementing modifications, monitoring behavior, and supporting personal care tasks under teacher

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, 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 skills

Interpersonal skills

Physical ability to lift 40 lb

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Harford County Public Schools is seeking an Inclusion Helper at Hickory Elementary School to provide support for students with severe disabilities. This is a 10-month, full-time position with a starting salary of $24,705 and potential growth to $36,878 as outlined in the FY 2026-2027 salary schedule.

Entry on Step 1 applies for new hires. The role involves assisting students during instruction, implementing modifications, monitoring behavior, and supporting personal care tasks under teacher