Special Education Instructional Assistant — Empower Students

Wake County Public School System; White Oak (NC); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 2,755,000; Full time

Job summary

Wake County Public School System is seeking an Instructional Assistant-Special Education to support classroom instructional programs for students with IEPs across elementary, middle, or high schools. This role emphasizes confidentiality, collaboration with teachers, and promoting student independence.

The position requires CPI training and ongoing professional growth, with a schedule Monday–Friday and occasional after-hours events as needed to support student success.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• ESSA Title I: meet requirements and have 6 sem hrs in early childhood education or 2 years in early childhood setting.

Responsibilities

• Provides support to teachers in coordinating instructional programs for special education students.
• Assists with strategies for implementing behavioral intervention plans.
• Aids in planning, organizing, evaluating instructional activities, and preparing materials.
• Maintains confidentiality and supports student achievement.
• Coordinates student transitions between classes and assists with health care needs.

Skills

MS Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Google Apps

Instructional delivery

Classroom routines

FERPA confidentiality

Team collaboration

Motivating students

Student safety

Clear communication

Relationship building

Education

High school diploma

ESSA requirements: 6 sem hrs early childhood or 2 years EC experience

Job description

Wake County Public School System is seeking an Instructional Assistant-Special Education to support classroom instructional programs for students with IEPs across elementary, middle, or high schools. This role emphasizes confidentiality, collaboration with teachers, and promoting student independence.

The position requires CPI training and ongoing professional growth, with a schedule Monday–Friday and occasional after-hours events as needed to support student success.