Instructional Assistant - SPEA for Students with Visual Impairment

CAMPBELL COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT #1; Gillette (WY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The Campbell County School District #1 is seeking an Instructional Assistant - SPEA for Students with Visual Impairment in Gillette, WY. This 8-hour day, 187-day school year position provides assistance under teacher direction, supporting students with special education needs and personal care as needed.

Starting immediately, the role includes assigned classroom duties, record-keeping, and collaboration with special education teams.

Qualifications

• Operating standard office equipment.
• Maintaining accurate records and documentation.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.

Responsibilities

• Assist special education students under teacher direction to participate in classroom activities.
• Attend meetings as requested to convey information and support professional planning.
• Confer with teachers to evaluate progress and implement IEP objectives.
• Instruct students individually or in small groups to support progress on IEP goals.
• Maintain instructional materials and student files for reliable information.
• Monitor students to ensure a safe, positive learning environment.
• Perform clerical tasks to support the teacher and prepare records/materials.
• Record observations/ incidents and communicate with appropriate personnel.
• Respond to inquiries from staff with information and referrals.

Skills

Office equipment operation

Record keeping

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Instructional Assistant - SPEA for Students with Visual Impairment

CAMPBELL COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT #1 SPECIAL SERVICES CENTER - Gillette, Wyoming Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5864800

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Re-Posted: Aug 20, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Please be aware if offered a job in the following position, it will be contingent on passing a physical.

This position is 8 hours a day/187-day school year.

This position is open until filled

Purpose Statement: The job of Instructional Assistant - Special Programs Education Assistant is done for the purpose/s of under the direction of assigned personnel, assists, tutors, and trains special education and other identified students in a classroom or similar learning situation; providing personal care assistance; and performing classroom clerical tasks in support of the instructional process.

Essential Functions:

• Assists special education students and other identified students, under the general direction of the teacher, (e.g. reading, explain words, reading to students, arts and crafts, classroom activities, individual assignments, etc.) for the purpose of providing an opportunity for them to participate in classroom activities.
• Attends meetings as requested (e.g. inservice training, workshops, IEP’s, etc.) for the purpose of receiving and/or conveying information.
• Confers with teacher/s (special education and/or mainstream teacher) for the purpose of assisting in evaluating special education student progress and/or implementing IEP objectives.
• Instructs special education students and other identified students, one on one or in small groups (e.g. math groups, providing proper examples, reading, behavioral skills, daily living skills, writing, verbal skills, etc.) for the purpose of assisting students in making progress on their IEP goals.
• Maintains instructional materials and/or student files/records for the purpose of ensuring availability of items and/or providing reliable information.
• Monitors students (e.g. library, field trips, classroom activities, lunch room, bus, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring a safe and positive learning environment.
• Performs record keeping and clerical functions (e.g. correcting papers, recording grades, copying, displays, collects paper, distributes supplies, etc.) for the purpose of supporting the teacher in preparing records/materials.
• Records observations and incidents relating to specific students for the purpose of providing documentation and/or communicating information to appropriate personnel.
• Responds to inquiries from staff (e.g. administrators, psychologists, teachers, counselors, staff, etc.) for the purpose of providing information, direction and/or appropriate referrals.

Other Functions:

• Assists other personnel, as may be required, for the purpose of ensuring an efficient and effective work environment.

Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications

SKILLS: operating standard office equipment; and preparing and maintaining accurate records.

KNOWLEDGE: is required to perform algebra and/or geometry; understand written procedures, write routine documents, and speak clearly; and understand complex, multi-step written and oral instructions. Specific knowledge required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job includes: age appropriate activities; M.A.N.D.T. training; subject matter taught in assigned classrooms; and stages of child development.

ABILITY: is required to schedule activities; gather and/or collate data; and use job-related equipment. Flexibility is required to work with others in a wide variety of circumstances; work with data utilizing defined but different processes; and operate equipment using standardized methods. Ability is also required to work with a wide diversity of individuals; work with a variety of data; and utilize job-related equipment. In working with others, problem solving is required to identify issues and create action plans. Problem solving with data may require independent interpretation; and problem solving with equipment is limited to moderate. Specific abilities required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: communicating with diverse groups; maintaining confidentiality; exhibiting patience and compassion; and working with frequent interruptions.

Responsibilities include: working under direct supervision using standardized procedures; leading, guiding, and/or coordinating others; and operating within a defined budget. Utilization of some resources from other work units may be required to perform the job's functions. There is a continual opportunity to impact the Organization’s services.

Working Environment: The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; frequent stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling; and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally the job requires 50% sitting, 20% walking, and 30% standing. The job is performed under minimal temperature variations and some hazardous conditions.

Experience: No job related experience is required.

Education: High School diploma or equivalent.

Required Testing: N/A

Continuing Educ. / Training: None Specified

Certificates & Licenses: None Specified

Clearances: Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $17.93 to $19.59 Per Hour

Job Categories: Special Education > Special Education Assistant

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Human Resources Specialist , HR
• EDUCATIONAL SERVICES CENTER
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]