Instructional Assistant - Intense Intervention

Southwest Allen County Metropolitan School District; Indiana (PA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Sick and personal days

Job summary

Southwest Allen County Metropolitan School District is seeking an Instructional Assistant for Lafayette Meadows Elementary School to support students in special education and general education settings. The role involves preparing instructional materials, implementing IEPs, and assisting with life and vocational skill-building activities under the direction of teachers.

Responsibilities include supporting student transitions, following behavior plans, and assisting with personal needs as

Qualifications

• Two years of college coursework (60+ hours) or an associate's degree preferred.
• Previous classroom assistant experience desirable.
• Be able to lift 50+ pounds and pass a lift test.

Responsibilities

• Prepare instructional materials as directed to support IEP goals.
• Assist with direct/indirect student support in SPED and general education.
• Support life skills and transitions, including supervision during community activities.
• May assist with personal needs of students, including bathroom assistance when required.

Skills

Patience

Effective communication

Initiative

Dependability

Education

Associate's degree or 60+ hours

Job description

Instructional Assistant - Intense Intervention JobID: 1619

• Position Type: Support Staff/ Instructional Assistant - Special Education
• Date Posted: 8/4/2026
• Location: Lafayette Meadows Elementary School
• Date Available: 8/24/26

Terms of Employment

This is a 9 month position for 6.5 hours/day (plus 1/2 hour unpaid lunch). This position is eligible for health benefits and sick/personal days.

Purpose

Provides both direct and indirect support to promote student learning in the special education and general education settings as directed by the special needs teacher(s). Prepares the necessary instructional materials according to the teacher's direction to implement individual education programs (IEP). Attends community based instructional activities to assist students in building life skills/vocational skills. Implements behavior intervention plans (BIP) when necessary. May assist with and care for personal needs of students, including bathroom assistance, diapering, feeding and changing. Additionally, may provide assistance with physical transitions into wheelchairs, physical therapist equipmentand/or on and off the bus. Other responsibilities as needed and determined by the Special Education Office.

Qualifications

Completion of two years of study (60+ hours) at an institution of higher education or possession of an associate's (or higher) degree is preferred. Previous experience as a classroom assistant desirable. Candidates must have a sincere interest in working with students in the learning process. Effective communication skills. Ability to take direction. Initiative and dependability in carrying out assignments. Patience and genuine interest in education of students. Awareness and respect for student diversity. Clerical skills, flexibilityand confidentiality required. Training for this position may be implemented upon hiring. Must be able to lift 50+ pounds. A lift test will be required.May be required to drive a special education van with students as passengers (2-6 students) with additional adult supervision.