One-on-One Special Education Instructional Assistant

Wake County Public School System; North Carolina; On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Wake County Public School System seeks an Instructional Assistant-Special Education to support teachers and students across elementary, middle, or high school settings. The role focuses on coordinating instructional activities for students with IEPs and maintaining a safe, learning-focused environment.

The assistant will work under supervision, assist with behavioral plans, and help implement assistive technologies, while ensuring confidentiality and compliance with FERPA and district policies.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• ESSA requirements: six college hours in early childhood education OR two years of early childhood work experience.
• Maintain CPI certification; CPI training provided by WCPSS if needed.
• CPR and First Aid certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assists teachers with coordinating instructional programs for students with IEPs.
• Monitors and supports student safety and well-being in classroom settings.
• Assists with planning, organizing, and preparing instructional materials.
• Supports implementation of behavioral intervention plans.
• Assists with assistive technology and communication devices in class.

Skills

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Google Apps

Team collaboration

Clear communication

Confidentiality

Student safety

Behavioral support

Education

High school diploma or GED

Six college hours in early childhood education OR two years of early childhood work experience

Job description

Wake County Public School System seeks an Instructional Assistant-Special Education to support teachers and students across elementary, middle, or high school settings. The role focuses on coordinating instructional activities for students with IEPs and maintaining a safe, learning-focused environment.

The assistant will work under supervision, assist with behavioral plans, and help implement assistive technologies, while ensuring confidentiality and compliance with FERPA and district policies.