Instructional Assistant - Special Programs Education Assistant for Students with High Needs

CAMPBELL COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT #1; Gillette (WY); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

CAMPBELL COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT #1 SPECIAL SERVICES CENTER - Gillette, Wyoming is seeking an Instructional Assistant to support students with high needs. This role focuses on implementing individualized programs and assisting the teacher to meet IEP goals.

The position requires assisting with behavioral plans, daily living skills, and academic tasks; strong organizational skills and ability to work with diverse students are essential. Immediate start; 6.5 hours per day, 187 days per year.

Qualifications

• Skills required to satisfactorily perform the functions include administering first aid; safety practices; operating standard office equipment; matching student to materials; maintaining accurate records.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing procedures and training materials for students with functional academic needs.
• Attend meetings and convey information.
• Conduct workshops and training to develop skills and relationships with students.
• Implement programs under teacher direction to improve academic and life skills.
• Instruct students individually or in small groups toward IEP goals.
• Perform record keeping and clerical tasks to support the teacher.
• Prepare materials for conveying information to students.
• Promote good habits to improve student outcomes.
• Respond to inquiries from administrators, teachers, parents for referrals.
• Supervise students to ensure a safe learning environment.

Skills

First aid

Safety practices

Office equipment

Materials delivery

Record keeping

Communication

Education

High School diploma

Tools

None

Job description

Instructional Assistant - Special Programs Education Assistant for Students with High Needs

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

Instructional Assistant - Special Programs Education Assistant for Students with High Needs

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

Job Details

Job ID: 5957735

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 12, 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 6.5 hours per day/187-day school year.**

**This position is at the Transition Academy.**

**This position is open until filled.**

PURPOSE STATEMENT:

The job of Instructional Assistant - Special Programs Education Assistant/Para Professional for Students with High Needs is done for the purpose/s of effecting positive behavior change in students; assisting the teacher in helping the identified students reach academic standards; providing referrals to families and/or students; performing clerical related procedures in support of the instructional process, and complying with federal, state, county and district regulations, policies and procedures.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Assists in developing procedures and training materials for students with functional academic needs for the purpose of ensuring compliance with district, state, county and federal regulations.

2. Attends meetings as requested (e.g. inservice training, workshops, IEP's, Building Intervention Team, etc.) for the purpose of receiving and/ or conveying information.

3. Conducts workshops, training, in-service presentations and/or training for the purpose of developing skills and establishing effective relationships with students with high needs.

4. Implements programs for students with high needs under direction of the teacher (e.g. behavioral plans, lesson plans, functional curriculum, etc.) for the purpose of assisting the teaching in improving student's academic and life skill success through a defined course of study while meeting their educational and developmental needs.

5. Instructs 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.

6. Performs record keeping and clerical functions (e.g. displays, bulletin board, copying, instructional materials, visual classroom materials, collecting & grading papers, etc.) for the purpose of supporting the teacher in preparing records and materials.

7. Prepares written and/or audio visual materials (e.g. daily log, recording observations, lesson materials, etc.) for the purpose of conveying information related to the students.

8. Promotes good habits for the purpose of improving the quality of student outcome and encouraging student development.

9. Responds to inquiries (e.g. administrators, teachers, parents, etc.) for the purpose of providing information, direction and/or appropriate referrals.

10. Supervises individuals and/or small groups of identified students (e.g. field trips, classroom, bus, playground, lunch room, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring a safe and positive learning environment.

OTHER FUNCTIONS:

1. Assists other personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities.

Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

• * SKILLS are required to perform multiple, non-technical tasks with a potential need to upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skills required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: administering first aid; adhering to safety practices; operating standard office equipment; matching student to materials and delivery method, and preparing and maintaining accurate records.


• * KNOWLEDGE is required to perform functional academics; understand written procedures, write routine documents, and speak clearly and solve practical problems. Specific knowledge required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job includes: age appropriate activities; M.A.N.D.T. training; stages of child development; health standards and hazards; Applied Behavioral Analysis and behavior modification; and safety practices and procedures.


• * ABILITY is required to schedule activities; gather, collated, and/ or classify data; and use job-related equipment. Flexibility is required to work with others in a wide variety of circumstances; work with data utilizing defined and similar processes; and operate equipment using a variety of standardized methods. Ability is also required to work with a wide diversity of individuals; work with similar types of data; and utilize a variety of job-related equipment. In working with others, problem solving is required to analyze 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, working with frequent interruptions, and communication with diverse groups.

Responsibility

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: lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling; stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling; and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally the job requires 40% sitting, 30% walking, and 30% standing. The job is performed under minimal temperature variations and a generally hazard free environment.

Experience

No job related experience is required.

Education

High School diploma or equivalent.

Required Testing

N/A

Certificates & Licenses

CPR/First Aid Certificate

Continuing Educ./Training

None specified.

Clearances

Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $21.41 to $23.39 Per Hour

Job Categories:

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Special Education > Special Education Assistant

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Human Resources , Human Resources


• EDUCATIONAL SERVICES CENTER


• Gillette, Wyoming 82716


• Phone: [phone]


• Email: [e-mail]

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