Instructional Assistant Self-Contained I PT

Jordan School District; Riverton (UT); On-site; USD 24,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Jordan School District is seeking an instructional assistant to supervise students with special needs under the direction of the classroom teacher. Role includes small group instruction, behavior plan support, and assistance in bathroom, bus, lunchroom and playground.

The position requires the ability to lift up to 50 lbs and mobility for floor work. Basic Training (5 hours) must be completed within one week of hire; six months later, additional 40 hours may allow lane advancement.

Qualifications

• Able to supervise and support students with special needs.
• Provide small group academic instruction under teacher direction.
• Assist with behavior plans and routine activities.
• Assist students in bathroom, on/off bus, lunchroom and playground.
• Must be physically able to lift up to 50 lbs and move easily to/from floor.

Responsibilities

• Supervise students with special needs under the classroom teacher.
• Help implement classroom and individual behavior plans.
• Assist in bathroom, bus, lunchroom and playground activities.
• Support students with mobility and transitions as needed.

Skills

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Student supervision

Behavioral support

Bus assistance

Education

Basic Training (5 hours)

Job description

Instructional assistants are responsible for the supervision of students with special needs under the direction of their classroom teacher.

These duties may include: small group academic instruction, implementation of classroom and individual behavior plans, assisting students in the bathroom (diaper changing and/or supervision), assisting students on and off of the bus, and direct supervision and assistance in the lunchroom and playground. Instructional assistants must be able to lift 50 lbs and get up and down from the floor easily.

Must complete Basic Training (5 hours) provided by JSD Special Education Department. Training must be completed within one week of hire as a condition of employment.

Additional 40 hours of training is available through the Special Education department allowing the employee to increase to lane 5 upon completion.

Training must be completed within six (6) months from hire date as a condition of employment.

Job Description

Effective July 1, 2026

Lane 4 Step 1 ($21.33/Hour)

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