Instructional Assistant-Special Education

Pojoaque Valley Schools; Santa Fe (NM); Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Sylvania in Santa Fe, NM seeks an Instructional Assistant (Special Education) to support classroom activities and collaborate with licensed staff.

Responsibilities include assisting with individual and small group instruction, maintaining professional conduct, and using technology for instructional management.

Qualifications include High School diploma or GED and NM Level 3 Educational Assistant License eligibility; strong organization and communication skills are required.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Possess or qualify for NM Level 3 Educational Assistant License.
• Additional education or training desirable.

Responsibilities

• Works cooperatively with colleagues, supervisors, and administrators.
• Demonstrates ethical behavior.
• Follows district policies and administrative rules and regulations.
• Follows District Code of Conduct policies.
• Maintains behavior appropriate to performing and accomplishing assigned duties.
• Communicates effectively both verbally and written.
• Assists licensed personnel in school environment where individual differences are respected.
• Assists with reading and/or storytelling.
• Assists small groups of students in the library and other settings.
• Uses current technology for instructional management needs.
• Contributes to the welfare and effectiveness of the classroom(s), the school, and the district by adhering to high standards of performance and interpersonal relationships.

Skills

Organizational skills

Written and verbal communication

Professionalism and confidentiality

Education

High School diploma or GED

NM Level 3 Educational Assistant License eligibility

Job description

Salary Range: $25,060-$ 31,274 (Depending on Licensure Level and Experience)

Minimum Qualifications:

High School diploma or GED; additional education and/or training desirable.

Possess or qualify for a New Mexico Level 3 Educational Assistant License

Skills/Aptitudes:

Good organizational ability; good written and oral communication skills; ability to maintain high level of professionalism and confidentiality regarding students, staff, parents, and school matters.

Essential Job Responsibilities of Instructional Assistant (Special Education)

• Works cooperatively with colleagues, supervisors, and administrators.
• Demonstrates ethical behavior.
• Follows district policies and administrative rules and regulations.
• Follows District Code of Conduct policies.
• Maintains behavior appropriate to performing and accomplishing assigned duties.
• Maintains a suitable personal appearance as it relates to position.
• Displays a desire to work with students.
• Serves as a role model.
• Works as a team member.
• Communicates effectively both verbally and written.
• Assists licensed personnel in school environment where individual differences are respected.
• Responds to students as individuals.
• Maintains cohesiveness in school environment.
• Assists with supplementary work for students, and supervises students in the school environment.
• Uses current technology for instructional management needs.
• Assists licensed personnel with student discipline.
• Assists in maintaining students’ involvement in appropriate tasks.
• Provides assistance with individualized program materials.
• Works under supervision of certified teacher(s), prepares for classroom activities.
• Works with small groups of students to reinforce material initially introduced by the teacher.
• Assists individual children in need of special attention.
• Guides study, enrichment and/or remedial work setup by the teacher(s).
• Set up audiovisual equipment as directed.
• Assists in drill work.
• Assists with reading and/or storytelling.
• Assists small groups of students in the library and other settings.
• Participates in in-service training programs.
• Contributes to the welfare and effectiveness of the classroom(s), the school, and the district by adhering to high standards of performance and interpersonal relationships.
• Models acceptable social skills in working with students, teachers, parents, and supervisors.
• Report unsafe or dangerous surfaces and/or conditions in hallways, restrooms, playgrounds, entrances, and classrooms.
• Responds to the unique needs of the special education student.
• Performs other job duties as assigned.