Resource Instructional Assistant

Clark-Pleasant Community School; New Whiteland (IN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a dedicated Instructional Assistant to support students with special needs. This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of students by providing essential support in both resource and special education classrooms. Responsibilities include supervising and tutoring students, delivering personalized instruction, and collaborating with teachers to implement effective educational strategies. The ideal candidate will possess a teacher's license and experience working with special needs students, ensuring a nurturing and inclusive environment. Join a team committed to diversity and equal opportunity, where your contributions will be valued and make a difference in the community.

Qualifications

• Experience working with special needs students is preferred.
• A teacher's license is required for the position.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and tutor students with special needs.
• Provide small group and one-on-one instruction.

Skills

Experience with special needs students

Instructional support

Behavior management

Collaboration with teachers

Education

Teacher's license

Job description

Position Type:
Support Staff/ Instructional Assistant

Date Posted:
1/12/2025

Location:
Ray Crowe Elementary

Date Available:
01/21/2025

Reports To:
Building Principal

FLSA Classification:
Hourly Non-Exempt

Compensation:
Based on Classified Pay Model

Work Calendar:
183 Days

Standard Hours:
6.75 Hours/Day

Perf:
CPCSC is a Non-PERF District

Position Overview:
Resource Instructional Assistants will support students who receive special education services. Their schedules will be driven by students’ needs, which are ever-changing. They will work both in and out of the resource/special education classrooms. Duties will include push-in inclusion support, resource room small group/behavior/instructional supports, sensory integration support, and any other special education services needed. They will work under the direction of the teacher or record. Professional development for these IAs will be focused upon topics such as IEPs, behavior plans, related services, teaching support strategies, de-escalation, and other relevant training.

Responsibilities:

• Supervise and tutor students with special needs
• Provide small group one-on-one instruction to students in need.
• Respect the individual's right to privacy.
• Participate in staff development programs.
• Perform other duties assigned by the building principal.

Qualifications:

• The preferred candidate will have experience working with students with special needs
• The preferred candidate will have a teacher's license.

AAP/ EEO/ DIVERSITY STATEMENT:
Clark-Pleasant Community School Corporation believes in equal employment opportunity for all without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status. The policy extends to recruiting and hiring, working conditions, training programs, promotions, and all other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment. As an equal opportunity employer, CPCSC actively supports and seeks to implement all federal and state legislation and rules pertaining to the employment process. CPCSC expects and requires its employees to comply with this policy in every respect. People with disabilities, people of color, indigenous people, Hispanic/Latinx, and LGBTQ, regardless of age are encouraged to apply. We are committed to developing a diverse and talented team. If you are excited about this role, but are unsure whether you meet 100% of the requirements, we encourage you to inquire and/or apply online.