Paraprofessional (Special Education Instructional Aide) PC

Daniel Boone Area School District; Birdsboro (Berks County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Daniel Boone Area School District is seeking a Special Education Instructional Aide to support students with diverse learning needs in both resource and general education settings. The role also includes clerical tasks and assisting teachers with in-class and small-group instruction.

The position emphasizes fostering a positive self-esteem, ensuring inclusive practice, and using materials and techniques as directed by the classroom teacher.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Ability to work harmoniously with students and teachers.
• Experience in organizational skills.
• Knowledge of and/or experience with computers is preferred but not required.
• Credentials are in compliance with all federal and state laws governing this position.

Responsibilities

• Work with students assigned to receive instructional support either in the resource room or regular classroom.
• Perform clerical duties as assigned.
• Respond to teacher's needs for in-class and/or small group assistance.
• Assist teacher in maintenance of program resources.
• Conduct reading, language, math and other groups with individual differences.
• Review IEPs with teacher and help fulfill goals and objectives.
• Participate in inclusion of special needs children in the regular classroom.
• Utilize instructional materials, learning activities, and techniques as directed by the teacher.
• Develop rapport with students and encourage positive self-esteem.
• Maintain classroom routine and order when the teacher leaves the classroom and discuss student discipline concerns with the attending teacher.
• Perform non-teaching/clerical duties as requested by the teacher and administration.
• Participate in building and district level programs as assigned by the administration.

Skills

Ability to work harmoniously with stu—

Organizational skills

Computers knowledge/experience

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Computers

Job description

Special Education Instructional Aide

183 days per school year

Requirements for the Position

• A high school diploma
• Ability to work harmoniously with students and teachers
• Experience in organizational skills
• Knowledge of and/or experience with computers, preferred but not required
• The individual's credentials are in compliance with all federal and state laws and regulations governing individuals functioning in the capacity of this position.

Major Responsibilities

• Work with students assigned to receive instructional support either in the resource room or regular classroom.
• Perform clerical duties as assigned.
• Respond to teacher's needs for in-class and/or small group assistance.
• Assist teacher in maintenance of program resources.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Conduct reading, language, math and other groups while allowing for individual differences
• Review Individualized Educational Programs with teacher and perform necessary duties to fulfill the goals and objectives
• Participate in "Inclusion" of the special needs children in the regular classroom
• Utilize instructional materials, learning activities, and techniques as directed by the teacher.
• Work to develop rapport with the student assigned and encourage the development of positive self-esteem
• Use teaching techniques appropriate to meet the needs of the students as directed by the teacher.
• Maintain classroom routine and order when the teacher leaves the classroom and discuss student discipline concerns directly with the attending teacher.
• Perform non-teaching/clerical duties as requested by the teacher and agreed to by the building principal
• Perform non-teaching/clerical duties as requested by the administration.
• Participate in building level committees, building level programs, and district level workshops/inservice programs as assigned by the administration.
• Perform additional responsibilities as may be determined by the building principal.

Original 8/19/96, Revision 10/28/96, 8/26/02, 11/3/08