Special Education Instructional Assistant - Grow Young Learners

Lexington School District 4; United States; On-site; USD 27,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Applitrack is seeking a Special Education Instructional Assistant at our Early Childhood Center. You will support teachers, help manage student activities, and contribute to maintaining a well-organized classroom environment.

Qualifications include an associate’s degree, 60 college hours, or a GED with ParaPro; flexibility to work with diverse learners and assist with various classroom tasks. 185 days per year on Classified Salary Schedule Grade 7 or 8.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree from an accredited college; or 60 semester hours from an accredited college; or GED/high school diploma and ParaPro test.
• Must have initiative, knowledge and understanding of children, the ability and willingness to work with others, handle unforeseen situations per policy, and accept individual differences among children.

Responsibilities

• Assist students with assignments as instructed by the teacher
• Work in small groups on classroom activities under the supervision of the teacher
• Perform tasks and errands for students including basic locomotion, first aid, feeding, hygiene, toileting, changing clothing, etc.
• Participate in staff development workshops to update skills related to the position
• Perform other classroom duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor

Skills

Initiative

Child development understanding

Teamwork

Situational handling

Differentiation

Education

Associate’s degree

60 semester hours

GED or high school diploma with ParaPro

Job description

Applitrack is seeking a Special Education Instructional Assistant at our Early Childhood Center. You will support teachers, help manage student activities, and contribute to maintaining a well-organized classroom environment.

Qualifications include an associate’s degree, 60 college hours, or a GED with ParaPro; flexibility to work with diverse learners and assist with various classroom tasks. 185 days per year on Classified Salary Schedule Grade 7 or 8.