Special Education IA — Behavior Support (Elementary)

Wake County Public School System; Holly Springs (NC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Wake County Public School System is seeking an Instructional Assistant-Special Education in North Carolina to support teachers, coordinate instructional programs for students with IEPs, and maintain a safe learning environment across elementary, middle, or high school settings.

The role involves assisting with behavioral plans, preparing materials, managing assistive technology, and coordinating student transitions while upholding FERPA confidentiality and professional standards.

Qualifications

• Considerable knowledge of Microsoft Office, specifically Microsoft Word, Excel, and Power Point; Google Apps;
• Working knowledge of successful instructional delivery methods;
• Working knowledge of general classroom activities and routines;
• Ability to protect the confidentiality of personally identifiable information in accordance with FERPA;
• Ability to work in a team environment and effectively collaborate with others;
• Ability to motivate students;
• Ability to constantly monitor and supervise the safety and well-being of students;
• Ability to recognize and support students with diverse backgrounds and needs;
• Ability to communicate clearly in writing and speech;
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, students, parents, and the public.

Responsibilities

• Provides support and assistance to teachers in coordinating instructional programs for special education students, including familiarity with student’s IEP; ensures an encouraging, caring, safe, and healthful environment for all students.
• Assists teachers with strategies related to the implementation of students’ behavioral intervention plans.
• Aids teachers with planning and organizing, evaluating instructional activities, developing classroom procedures, and preparing materials; ensures materials for students are readily available according to the needs of the lesson plan.
• Demonstrates professional and technical skills necessary to function effectively in the classroom and to support student achievement and the school program.
• Maintains a positive disposition, exercises good judgement, and remains calm when dealing with students at all times.
• Provides in-class support while promoting progress towards independence and self-determination for all students.
• Assists teachers with implementation of low- and high-tech assistive technology and AAC devices in the classroom.
• Compiles, maintains, and files reports, records, and other required documents, maintaining confidentiality.
• Participates in the district staff development program and continued professional growth.
• Coordinates, assists, and facilitates student transitions between classes; assists students with health needs, mobility, feeding, and adaptive equipment as required.

Skills

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Google Apps

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Wake County Public School System is seeking an Instructional Assistant-Special Education in North Carolina to support teachers, coordinate instructional programs for students with IEPs, and maintain a safe learning environment across elementary, middle, or high school settings.

The role involves assisting with behavioral plans, preparing materials, managing assistive technology, and coordinating student transitions while upholding FERPA confidentiality and professional standards.