Instructional Support Specialist

AERRC; Alaska; On-site; USD 33,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

NSBSD is seeking a paraprofessional to assist teachers in creating a positive learning environment and to support the personal, social, and intellectual development of students. The position involves small-group instruction, tutoring, and assisting students with disabilities during the school day.

Eligible applicants should have a high school diploma or GED, with preference for an associate degree or two years of college or PAT.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associate degree or higher or two years of college with 48 credits preferred.
• PAT passed or equivalent required.
• Foreign degree requires transcript evaluation.

Responsibilities

• Provide instructional and support assistance to teachers.
• Instruct small groups of students.
• Tutor students individually.
• Assist with classroom management.
• Work with assigned children with disabilities.
• Support intensive level multiple disability students during the day.
• Assist designated students with personal tasks including feeding and toileting.
• Conduct activities to engage parents and guardians.
• Prepare instructional materials and supplies for classroom use.
• Supervise students on buses, in gym, and other areas as assigned.

Skills

English communication

Reading comprehension

Writing reports

Basic arithmetic

Lifting up to 40 pounds

Education

Associated degree or higher (preferred)

Two years of college (48 credits) minimum

Paraprofessional Assessment Test (PAT)

Tools

Office machines

Job description

NSBSD is seeking a paraprofessional to assist teachers in creating a positive learning environment and to support the personal, social, and intellectual development of students. The position involves small-group instruction, tutoring, and assisting students with disabilities during the school day.

Eligible applicants should have a high school diploma or GED, with preference for an associate degree or two years of college or PAT.