Instructional Aide - Exceptional Learning/Special Education Resource

Duneland School Corporation; United States; On-site; USD 15,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Duneland School Corporation is seeking an Instructional Aide for the upcoming school year. The role involves direct student support within the classroom, assisting with learning concepts, and working closely with teachers and special education staff.

This position also requires participation in the implementation of Individual Education Plans, supervision of students, and collaboration with community members. A minimum of two years of college is required, alongside Indiana qualifications for Instructional Assistants.

Qualifications

• Must meet Indiana requirements as a highly qualified Instructional Assistant.
• Two years of college or equivalent required.
• Teaching license and/or educational training preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide instructional assistance to students under teacher guidance.
• Work with individual or small groups to reinforce learning.
• Implement and monitor Individual Education Plans for students.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Ability to maintain confidentiality

Organizational skills

Education

Two years of college or equivalent

Teaching license preferred

Tools

Classroom equipment knowledge

Job description

Instructional Aide - Exceptional Learning/Special Education Resource JobID: 1963

• Position Type: Support Staff/ Instructional Aide EXL
• Date Posted: 6/16/2026
• Location: Jackson Elementary School
• Date Available: 2026-27 School Year
• Closing Date: when filled

Summary of Position

The primary responsibility for the Instructional Assistant is direct involvement with students in the instructional setting. Job duties range from supporting students in the classroom to supplementing regular classroom curriculum with additional enrichment activities for students to assisting with self‑help and self‑management skills. This position will deal with community members, parents, students, and staff on a regular basis and will be expected to interact with these publics in a professional, friendly, and organized manner.

Compensation

Starting Salary: $15/HR

Minimum Qualifications

• Must meet all Indiana requirements as a highly qualified Instructional Assistant.
• Two years of college or the equivalent is required in order to provide instruction to a student.
• Teaching license and/or educational training and experience preferred.

Principal Responsibilities and Duties

1. Provide instructional assistance to students with direction and guidance from the teacher and/or facilitator.
2. Work with individual students or small groups for the purpose of practicing and/or reinforcing learning concepts.
3. Assist in the implementation of Individual Education Plans for the students and monitor their progress.
4. Provide supervision and support for individual students inside and outside the classroom to enable them to fully participate in activities.
5. Work with other professionals, such as speech therapists, social workers, counselors, occupational and physical therapists.
6. Assist classroom teachers with documenting and maintaining student records, including data collection methods.
7. Utilize de‑escalation strategies to prevent behaviors that could be harmful to oneself or others.
8. Be a part of the crisis team for the classroom and building to support appropriate Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI).
9. Perform health‑related student needs as trained by the nurse in the building.
10. Assist in classroom management.
11. Assist with the administration and scoring of student assessments.
12. Assist with the inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment.
13. Function as an appropriate role model for children, providing proper examples, emotional support, a friendly attitude, and general guidance.
14. Respond to emergency situations for the purpose of resolving student safety concerns and reporting those concerns to the direct supervisor.
15. Keep teachers and/or specialists informed of special needs or problems of individual students.
16. Complete other responsibilities as deemed necessary by the director, building administrator, or administrator designee.
17. On occasion, you may be asked to work outside of your typically scheduled days/hours.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Personal Characteristics

1. Demonstrate interpersonal skills necessary to deal professionally and effectively with persons at all levels to develop and maintain productive relationships with all publics.
2. Work cooperatively with teachers, students, and staff.
3. Ability to learn new skills quickly and assimilate into daily work.
4. Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality both inside and outside the corporation.
5. Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
6. Ability to multitask with attention to detail.
7. Ability to learn classroom procedures and expectations and apply them on a consistent basis.
8. Demonstrate organizational and time‑management skills.
9. Perform all other duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor.

Special Requirements

Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The employee is protected from outside weather conditions, but not necessarily from temperature changes. There are no environmental hazards indicated for this position.

Equipment: This position is required to maintain a working knowledge of all classroom equipment. A basic knowledge of operations for computers, printers, telephone systems, fax machines, and copiers is required.

Hours: This position is typically expected to work an average of 5.75 hours or less per day. No more than 180 days per year. Hours/days may be adjusted per the direct supervisor to assure adequate coverage to meet the demands of the school and job.

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls, reach with hands and arms, and taste or smell. The employee must frequently lift or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Be capable of physically assisting students with disabilities as required in some possible assignments (positioning, lifting, transferring, restraining, etc.).

All applicants must have a current application through our electronic application center at www.duneland.k12.in.us.

The Duneland School Corporation is committed to a policy of non‑discrimination and equal opportunity in all employment practices. Candidates will be screened, interviewed and employed based upon the successful candidate's qualifications, background, experience and needs of the Duneland School Corporation. Offers of employment are contingent upon the results of personal background.

Applicants selected for interviews will be contacted individually.