Instructional Assistant- Special Education

School District of Springfield Township; Pennsylvania; Hybrid; USD 15,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Job summary

The School District of Springfield Township is seeking candidates to work as Instructional Assistants to support students with disabilities under the supervision of the special education teacher and principal.

Responsibilities include implementing IEPs, documenting student information, maintaining records, and assisting with daily living activities as needed. The role also involves meetings to update IEPs and participation in trainings to update skills.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with students with special needs is preferred.
• Must enjoy working with children.
• Must be considered highly qualified in PA by completing at least one of the listed requirements: a, b or c.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the implementation of each student’s educational program as outlined in their IEP and according to the classroom schedule.
• Document information regarding students and their needs, strengths, gains, and areas for improvement as directed by teachers.
• Assist in maintaining student records.
• Help with clerical tasks such as correcting assignments and maintaining learning centers and bulletin boards.
• Assist in distributing, collecting and monitoring student work.
• Implement and follow behavior support plans provided by teachers or behavior staff.
• Escort students to lunch and to activities in various rooms for scheduled events.
• Supervise students during eating, gym, drills, assemblies, recess, and field trips as needed.

Skills

Experience with special needs

Enjoy working with children

Education

2 years postsecondary study (48 credits)

Associated degree or higher

Paraeducator Credential of Competence

Job description

District Overview:

The School District of Springfield Township (SDST) in Montgomery County, PA borders Philadelphia and is incredibly accessible to surrounding areas by just a short drive. A cornerstone of our district is providing the best free and public education to the students in Springfield Township. We deeply value and respect the employees who are committed to helping us provide an inclusive environment for all students and staff. Members of our team enjoy competitive salaries, great benefits, PTO and more! View more information about our Equity Initiative here.

Qualifications:

Previous experience working with students with special needs is preferred.

Must enjoy working with children.

Must be considered highly qualified in the state of PA by completing at least one of the listed requirements below:

a. Have completed at least 2 years of postsecondary study (48 credits) or
b. Possess an associated degree or higher or
c. Meet a rigorous standard of quality as demonstrated through a State or local assessment (Paraeducator Credential of Competence).

If you do not meet these requirements but are interested in obtaining the Paraeducator Credential.

Description:

The School District of Springfield Township is seeking candidates with the desire to work with students and the ability to relate well within the school community. SDST is committed to diversity in our workplace and welcomes the opportunity to consider all candidates.

The Instructional Assistant fills a critical role in implementing and serving students with disabilities under the direction of the special education teacher and principal. The Instructional Assistant shall/may complete the following tasks:

• Participate in the implementation of each student’s educational program as outlined in their IEP and according to the schedule and routine of the classroom program.
• Document information regarding the students, including needs, strengths, gains, and problem areas as directed by the teacher(s).
• Assist in maintaining student records.
• Help with clerical work such as correcting assignments and maintaining learning centers and bulletin boards.
• Assist in distributing, collecting and monitoring student work.
• Implement and follow the behavior support plans as provided by the teacher or behavior support staff.
• Escort students to lunch in cafeteria, gymnasium, music classroom, and auditorium for scheduled events.
• Supervise/support students during eating activities, gym activities, emergency drills, assemblies, outdoor recess activities and field trips as needed and directed.
• Provide support to students attending inclusive regular education classes assisting with modifications as directed by the teachers.
• Oversee students while embarking and disembarking from the school bus.
• Participate and maintain skills as needed to assist students with activities using educational technology.
• Participate in meetings to develop and update I.E.P.’ s and Evaluation Reports as requested.
• Attend training sessions, in-service workshops, and update skills as necessary.
• Assist students in activities of daily living and personal care skills, as needed, including physically positioning students as directed, assisting with toileting or assisting with the mobility of students with physical challenges.

This list of responsibilities in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. The candidate will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and perform other job-related duties requested by the supervisor of the position.

Terms of employment:

10-month position following the SDST District calendar. The position would work from 8:45 am-3:45 pm, 6.5 hours with a 30-minute unpaid lunch, 186 days per year.

If you are an external candidate and you are offered a position with the School District of Springfield Township, please be advised that the following information will be required before you are able to begin working: State Police Clearance (Act 34), Child Abuse Clearance (Act 151), FBI Fingerprints (Act 114), School Health Record - includes physical & tb test, Act 24 (PDE Form 6004) - Arrest/Conviction Report, PA Sexual Misconduct/Abuse Disclosure Release form(s).

To find more information about how to complete these documents go to the district Employment Opportunities website.