Special Education Assistant

Perry Township Schools; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 19,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Perry Township Schools is seeking a dedicated teacher aide/assistant to support classroom teachers within an inclusion setting. This role combines instructional, clerical, supervisory and behavior-management tasks to help students succeed.

Key duties include assisting teachers with daily activities, facilitating small-group instruction, supervising students, and performing light clerical work. The position runs 6.5–7.5 hours daily across 182 school days, with a pay rate of $15.75 per hour.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to read and write; willingness to assist with students with special needs.
• Effective human relations and calm, patient demeanor.

Responsibilities

• Develop positive respectful relationships with students and staff.
• Assist classroom teachers with daily duties and supervise student activities.
• Facilitate small group instruction and handle light clerical tasks.
• Lift and move students as needed and monitor behavior.

Skills

Reading and writing

Willingness to help

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Office equipment

Computers & peripherals

Job description

Position Purpose

Working under the supervision of teachers and are a viable part of the total instructional program. The services performed by the teacher aide/assistant include instructional, clerical, supervisory, and behavior management duties. The overall role of the teacher aide/assistant is to provide support services to the classroom teacher. Aides/assistants are expected to implement programming as directed by classroom teachers, administrators, or the Case Conference Committee. Teacher aides are expected to follow the Bylaws and Policies of Special Education, their assigned school, and the school corporation in which their classroom is located.

Position Purpose

Working under the supervision of teachers and are a viable part of the total instructional program. The services performed by the teacher aide/assistant include instructional, clerical, supervisory, and behavior management duties. The overall role of the teacher aide/assistant is to provide support services to the classroom teacher. Aides/assistants are expected to implement programming as directed by classroom teachers, administrators, or the Case Conference Committee. Teacher aides are expected to follow the Bylaws and Policies of Special Education, their assigned school, and the school corporation in which their classroom is located.

Essential Job Functions

• Develop positive respectful relationships with students and staff.
• Work in a positive, effective manner in the inclusion environment with students and staff.
• Be punctual with all assignments, professional in manner and speech, and notify co-workers and building administration prior to necessary absences.
• Effectively collaborate and share information with the teacher of record.
• Effectively answer questions and assist students with organizational skills, staying on task, and reviewing/re-teaching skills.
• Assist classroom teachers with daily duties.
• Facilitate small group instruction.
• Complete clerical duties as assigned by the teacher.
• Supervise student behavior and activities.
• Lift and move students.
• Assist with other duties as assigned.

Equipment

Use standard office equipment such as personal computers, printer, copier and fax machines, calculator, and telephone.

Travel Requirements

Travel to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.

Pay Rate

$15.75 per hour.

Work Schedule

The position's hours will be scheduled between 6.5 and 7.5 and will be finalized at the time of hire, depending on student needs.

182 days per year

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Ability to read and write.
• Willingness to help special needs children.
• Effective human relations skills that include a calm, patient personality.

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards

Seldom = Less than 25% Occasional = 26 to 50% Often = 51 to 75% Very Frequent = Greater than 75%

Physical Requirement

Ability to stand for extended periods of time. Very FrequentAbility to lift 25 pounds. Very FrequentAbility to carry 25 pounds. Very FrequentAbility to work at a desk, conference table or in meetings of various configurations. Very FrequentAbility to see for the purpose of reading laws and codes, rules and policies and other printed matter. Very FrequentAbility to communicate so others will be able to clearly understand a normal conversation. Very FrequentAbility to reach in all directions. Very Frequent

License/ Registration/ Certification

• N/A

Education

• High school diploma or GED.

Experience

• Previous experience is preferred.