Special Education Instructional Assistant - Level 2

BROOKINGS SCHOOL DISTRICT 5-1; San Jacinto (CA); On-site; USD 22,275 - 31,726; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

75% health & dental insurance premiums paid

Vision coverage available

South Dakota Retirement benefits

Up to $25,000 life insurance policy

Personal & sick leave package

Job summary

BROOKINGS SCHOOL DISTRICT 5-1 is looking for a full-time Special Education Instructional Assistant – Level 2 to support students with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and assist in behavior management. The role requires strong communication skills and a passion for working with special needs children.

Benefits include 75% health & dental insurance premiums, retirement benefits, and a starting wage of $19.60/hour. Ideal candidates have experience with special education and are committed to student success.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with special needs and behavior disorders preferred.
• Possess the ability and desire to work with children in need of special education.

Responsibilities

• Support implementation of students’ Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).
• Assist in developing and implementing a behavior plan as described in the IEP.
• Help establish and maintain home-school communication.

Skills

Ability to work with children with special education needs

De-escalation strategies

Data collection and analysis

Education

Two years post high school education

Job description

Special Education Instructional Assistant – Level 2

Benefits & Compensation

• Full-time with benefits
  • 75% of health & dental insurance premiums paid
  • Vision & Symetra coverage available
  • South Dakota Retirement benefits
  • Up to $25,000 life insurance policy
  • Personal & sick leave package
• 174 days per school year, following the approved calendar
• Wage starts at $19.60/hour
• Training requirements provided by the employer: De-escalation Training & Safety Care Training
• Positions open until filled

Title

Instructional Assistant Level 2

Reporting

Reports to: Director of Special Education

Qualifications

1. Two years post high school education
2. Pass all employment screenings
3. Possess the ability and desire to work with children in need of special education who present challenging behaviors
4. Experience working with children with special needs and behavior disorders preferred

Primary Function

To support implementation of students’ Individualized Education Programs (IEPs); assist in developing and implementing a behavior plan as described in the IEP; assist in the instructional program in an educational setting.

Physical Requirements

Requires hearing, hand-eye coordination, mind-eye coordination; ability to carry 30-40 pounds; frequent lifting, sitting, stooping, standing, and bending; frequent keyboarding and repetitive motion with wrists, hands and fingers; occasional physical management of students.

Performance Responsibilities

1. Support students in alternative and classroom settings to control behavior.
2. Assist in implementing de-escalation strategies.
3. Model and teach specialized strategies and techniques (social stories, peer facilitation, peer training, etc.).
4. Participate in the implementation and revision of student behavior programs and Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).
5. Collect and maintain data on behavior and achievement goals.
6. Assist in preparation and adaptation of instructional materials and behavior plans to enhance student performance.
7. Help establish and maintain home‑school communication, including progress reports and other reports determined by the case manager.
8. Provide individual or small group instruction and support to students.
9. Administer tests, correct papers, and record grades; prepare instructional materials.
10. Supervise student activities, when needed.
11. Participate in behavior management training as requested by the District.
12. Perform other duties as assigned by supervisors.