Instructional Assistant - Resource (Tuesday, Thursday only)

WESTFIELD WASHINGTON SCHOOLS; Westfield (IN); On-site; USD 8,500 - 12,000; Part time

Job summary

Westfield Washington Schools is seeking an Instructional Assistant - Special Education Resource for Carey Ridge Elementary School. This 14-hour/week position operates on Tuesdays and Thursdays, beginning 9/14/2026, under supervision of a licensed teacher and principal.

The role supports individual students and small groups to reach classroom goals, with responsibilities including testing accommodations, data collection, and assistive technology support.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required; some College preferred.
• Clear and concise communication, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to work with independence, accuracy, speed, and confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Assist with district and state-wide testing per student accommodations.
• Assist the teacher in reinforcing material or skills based on student needs.
• Guide independent study, enrichment work, and remedial work set by the teacher.
• Check notebooks, correct papers, and supervise testing and makeup work as assigned.
• Assist with group activities such as drill work, reading aloud, and storytelling.
• Be the chief source of information and help substitute teachers in the absence of the teachers.
• Maintain confidentiality and high ethical standards for student information.
• Record keeping and data gathering on goal progress and behaviors.
• Assist with students' assistive technology needs for academic success.

Skills

Clear communication

Confidentiality

Student support

Team collaboration

Instructional assistance

Professional demeanor

Adaptability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Some college preferred

Job description

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Frontline Applicant Tracking - Westfield Washington School District

Instructional Assistant - Resource (Tuesday, Thursday only) JobID: 1846

• Position Type: Support Staff/ Instructional Assistant
• Date Posted: 9/1/2026
• Location: Carey Ridge Elementary School
• Date Available: 9/14/2026

Description:

Instructional Assistant - Special EducationResource Tuesday and Thursday only (14 hours/week) is available at Carey Ridge Elementary School effective 9/14/2026.

Reports to: Teacher or immediate supervisor and Principal

Terms: Part-time Tuesday and Thursdays 14 hours/week

Position Summary: To assist the teacher in achieving teaching objectives by working with individual students or small groups, as assigned by teacher, to help them achieve the skill levels of the class as a whole.

Essential Functions:

• Assist as needed for district and state-wide testing per student accommodations.
• Assist the teacher in devising special strategies for reinforcing material or skills based on a sympathetic understanding of individual students, their needs, interests, and abilities.
• Guide independent study, enrichment work, and remedial work set up and assigned by the teacher.
• Check notebooks, correct papers, and supervise testing and makeup work as assigned by the teacher.
• Assist with such group activities as drill work, reading aloud, and storytelling.
• Serve as chief source of information and help any substitute teacher assigned in the absence of the teacher(s).
• Alert the teacher to any special problems about an individual student.
• Maintain the same high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality of information about students as is expected of fully licensed teachers.
• Record keeping as assigned by teacher.
• Under the supervision of certified teachers, assist in the areas related to personal, social, and instructional needs of students.
• Be proactive and do what is necessary to maintain a relationship of trust with teacher(s) and student(s) you serve.
• Assist students with assistive technology needs as required for academic success.
• Under teacher direction, gather data on goal progress and behaviors
• Other duties as assigned by Principal or Immediate Supervisor.
• Assist with students basic needs like feeding and toileting, along with assisting students with community based outings and work experience. (Life Skills and 1 on 1 IA only.)
• Assist students with their in school job placements around the building; watches classes with sub support when needed during case conferences; and sometimes eat and supervises lunch with students. (Life Skills and 1 on 1 IA only.)
• Implement behavior plans for students with aggressive behaviors to ensure the safety of the student and those around him/her. (Life Skills and 1 on 1 IA only.)

Qualifications Skills and Abilities:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required; some College preferred.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Perform a variety of work involving use of independent judgment, accuracy, speed, and confidentiality.
• Relate well to a variety of individuals, including students, parents, staff, and the community.
• Perform work without continuous supervision.
• Maintain a professional demeanor at all times.
• Understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
• Maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work, maintaining confidentiality of specified information.

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