Special Education Instructional Assistant

ReNEW Schools; Greenwood (IN); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Job summary

ReNEW Schools in Greenwood, Indiana, is seeking an individual to provide instructional and supervisory support to students with special needs. This role involves ensuring a safe, respectful, and confidential environment while supporting student learning through individualized assistance.

The ideal candidate will have experience working with special needs students, strong communication skills, and the ability to collaborate with staff and families. This position follows an hourly, non-exempt classification.

Qualifications

• Experience in instructional support for students with special needs preferred.
• Ability to work effectively with students, staff, and families.
• Strong communication, patience, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and support students with special needs in various settings.
• Provide individualized and small-group instructional support.
• Assist in implementing instructional strategies as directed.

Skills

Experience working with students with special needs

Effective communication skills

Patience

Interpersonal skills

Collaboration skills

Job description

REPORTS TO: Building Principal

FLSA CLASSIFICATION: Hourly, Non-Exempt

COMPENSATION: Based on Classified Pay Model

WORK CALENDAR: 180 Days

STANDARD HOURS: 5.8 Hours per Day / 29 Hours per Week

Position Overview

The employee in this position provides instructional and supervisory support to students with special needs. Working under the direction of the Building Principal and in collaboration with instructional staff, the individual supports student learning through individualized and small-group assistance while maintaining a safe, respectful, and confidential environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Supervise, support, and tutor students with special needs in classroom and school settings
• Provide individualized and small-group instructional support to students requiring additional assistance
• Assist in implementing instructional strategies as directed by certified staff
• Maintain confidentiality and respect students' rights to privacy at all times
• Participate in staff development, training sessions, and professional learning opportunities
• Support a positive, safe, and inclusive learning environment
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Building Principal

Qualifications

• Experience working with students with special needs preferred
• Ability to work effectively with students, staff, and families
• Strong communication, patience and interpersonal skills
• Ability to follow instructional plans and work collaboratively as part of a team