Instructional Assistant - Special Education Special Programs

Westfield Washington School District; United States; On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Westfield Washington School District is seeking an Instructional Assistant for Special Education. The role supports the teacher and students, working with individuals or small groups to meet learning goals.

The position involves assisting with assessments, implementing behavior plans, and collaborating with staff to ensure student success. Strong communication and confidentiality are essential.

Qualifications

• Clear and concise written and verbal communication.
• Ability to handle confidential information.
• Ability to work with diverse groups of students and staff.
• Work independently with minimal supervision while following directions.
• Maintain professional demeanor at all times.
• Follow oral and written instructions accurately.
• Collaborate respectfully with teachers, parents, and administrators.

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers by supporting students individually or in small groups.
• Implement testing accommodations and gather progress data.
• Assist with classroom activities, reading aloud, and assignments.
• Supervise students during tests, makeup work, and group activities.
• Serve as a resource for substitutes and relay information to staff.
• Support students with basic needs and safety protocols as directed.

Skills

Communication

Independent judgment

Professional demeanor

Oral & written instructions

Confidentiality

Relationship building

Work without supervision

Education

High School Diploma

Some college preferred

Job description

Instructional Assistant - Special Education Special Programs Job ID: 1804

• Position Type: Support Staff / Instructional Assistant
• Date Posted: 7/21/2026
• Location: Westfield High School
• Date Available: 08/17/2026

Job Description

Instructional Assistant

Reports to: Teacher or immediate supervisor and Principal

Terms: 176 days; 35 hrs per 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 statewide testing per student accommodations.
• Assist the teacher in devising special strategies for reinforcing material or skills based on 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 group activities such as drill work, reading aloud, and storytelling.
• Serve as chief source of information and help to any substitute teacher assigned in the absence of the teacher(s).
• Alert the teacher to any special problems about an individual student.
• Maintain ethical behavior and confidentiality of information about students as expected of fully licensed teachers.
• Record keeping as assigned by teacher.
• Assist in personal, social, and instructional needs of students under the supervision of certified teachers.
• Be proactive and maintain a trusting relationship with teacher(s) and student(s).
• Assist students with assistive technology needs as required for academic success.
• Gather data on goal progress and behaviors under teacher direction.
• Other duties as assigned by Principal or Immediate Supervisor.
• Assist with students’ basic needs such as feeding and toileting, and support community-based outings and work experience (Life Skills and 1-on-1 IA only).
• Assist with students’ in-school job placements, support during case conferences, and sometimes eat and supervise lunch (Life Skills and 1-on-1 IA only).
• Implement behavior plans for aggressive students to ensure safety (Life Skills and 1-on-1 IA only).

Qualifications, Skills & 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 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 and confidentiality of specified information.