Special Education Assistant II (Part Time) - Excel

Boise Independent School District; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Boise Independent School District is seeking a Special Education Assistant II (Part Time) to support students with emotional and behavioral disabilities in classrooms and related settings. The role includes assisting with instruction, monitoring behavior, and providing data on progress under the supervision of a licensed teacher.

We value patience, reliability, and the ability to work collaboratively with teachers, students, and families.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalency.
• Experience working with students with disabilities encouraged.
• Ability to follow district procedures and maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Assist individual students and small groups with IEP goals and instruction.
• Document student progress and Medicaid billing as directed.
• Provide supervision and support in social/academic settings.
• Support safety, de-escalation and behavior interventions.
• Assist with personal care needs as required.

Skills

Curriculum modification

School rules

Educational procedures

Special Education methods

Patience

Record keeping

Confidentiality

Communication

Medicaid billing

De-escalation

Assistive technology

IEP goals

Behavior support

Safety procedures

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

JOB STATUS: OPEN

POSITION TITLE: Special Education Assistant II (Part Time) - Excel

Note: Due to the urgency to fill positions for the current school year jobs may close before the noted date.

Excel -Students with emotional and behavioral disabilities receive instruction in a setting outside of the general education classroom and/or are provided special education supports within general education classrooms, as appropriate. Specialized instruction in academic, social and behavioral skills is provided on an individual and small-group basis. Students assigned to these classrooms are included into general education classes as appropriate. These classrooms typically have 10-12 students and one to two classroom assistants.

Once hired, you may be reassigned to another special education classroom or location depending on District need.

New-to-District Classified employees may be eligible to receive credit for up to two years’ worth of credit for movement (steps) on the Classified Salary Schedule based on relevant prior work experience. Please complete the top portion of this form and provide it to your previous employer for completion. To qualify, newly hired employees must provide this form, completed by your former employer(s), to Human Resources no later than the date of their fingerprinting and appointment.

For District Employees

1. Login to your WorkSpace
2. Complete the In-District Transfer Application
3. Add this Job Number to your Transfer Application under the Employment Openings section
4. Submit application

For Outside Applicants

Please refer to our How to Apply for Classified Positions web page for detailed information.

Application Video: Classified - for outside applicants
Application Video: Transfer - current employees

Note: Substitutes and student teachers are not eligible for the transfer application.

Please be advised that accepting full-time employment may affect any subsidy for health insurance purchased through the Idaho Health Insurance Exchange.

*Transferring employees or former District employees hired into this role will be placed on the "F" letter grade of the Classified Salary Schedule, but the initial step placement will vary based on a variety of factors.

Benefits Information

For positions that qualify, the District offers a benefit package that is valued at more than $10,000 annually. Benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and Public Employees’ Retirement System (PERSI) and are provided to Classified employees who work at least half time (20 hours per week) or more in a regular position and to Certified employees with a .50 FTE or greater contract.

Please see our Benefits Brochure: It All Adds Up!

START DATE: 2026-2027 School Year

Job Qualifications

Competency Requirements

Knowledge of

• Curriculum modification and accommodation methods;
• School and District rules, codes, standards, and expected student behaviors;
• Educational procedures, including classroom management and testing accommodations;
• Special Education methods and procedures for instructing students with moderate to severe physical, learning or emotional disabilities;

Ability to

• Follow written and oral instructions and observe District policies and procedures;
• Demonstrate patience in working with students of varying abilities and disabilities;
• Prepare and implement curriculum modifications;
• Prepare and maintain records and documentation;
• Work effectively with students of varied backgrounds and abilities;
• Maintain student and District confidentiality;
• Operate classroom instructional equipment, office equipment, and a computer using programs appropriate to assigned duties;
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, teachers and staff members, and other District personnel;
• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing;
• Provide services that are billable through the Medicaid Health & Human Services Department.

• Maintain student and district confidentiality;
• Provide feedback to special education teacher concerning student performance in all goal areas;
• Assist and or accompany students at school based social situations; and various school activities;
• Provide student supervision as detailed in the IEP and as directed by the special education teacher;
• Provide job coaching to students at job sites for students (secondary);
• Assist teacher or related service provider in maintaining assistive, adaptive or medical equipment;
• Complete district training based upon Idaho Paraprofessional Standards;
• Ensure student safety through district approved de-escalation and physical intervention programs or training;
• Implement Assistive Technology devices and equipment;
• Assist with Curriculum and Instructional strategies specific to the assigned program or students;
• Provide district approved de-escalation and intervention strategies to reduce the need for physical intervention;
• Perform all work duties and activities in accordance with District policies, procedures and safety practices;
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

IEP Implementation and Teaching

• Assist individual students with goals within their Individualized Education Plan (IEP) through individual or small group instruction and implement District approved curriculum that is aligned with their individual goals. IEP goals may include academics, behavioral support, social emotional support, etc;
• Document student learning and progress through data collection and Medicaid billing under the direction of a teacher, or a related service provider, support the implementation of devices and identified equipment and resources identified to meet student needs;

Behavior Prevention, Support, and Response

• Foster a positive learning environment, build relationships, utilize positive behavior supports, and implement de-escalation strategies in order to address challenging behaviors;
• Utilize de-escalation techniques and crisis intervention strategies to prevent and/or minimize aggressive behavior;
• Implement Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) with fidelity.

Personal Care

• Assist students with personal care needs including but not limited to: toileting, feeding, mobility transfers and/or equipment use.

Acceptable Experience & Training

• High school diploma or GED equivalency