Special Education Instructional Assistant - Student Success

Wake County Public School System; Wake Forest (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Wake County Public School System is seeking an Instructional Assistant for Special Education across elementary, middle, or high school levels. The role provides support to teachers, helps implement IEPs, and maintains a safe, learning-focused environment.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma, familiarity with FERPA, and ability to work collaboratively with staff, families, and students with diverse needs, including mobility and health-related support as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Meet the employment requirements outlined by the ESSA (ESSA) for TITLE I schools.

Responsibilities

• Provides support and assistance to teachers in coordinating instructional programs for SPED 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 necessary 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 to meet class‑wide and individual student’s needs.
• Compiles, maintains, and files reports, records, and other required documents, maintaining confidentiality.
• Participates in the district staff development program and continued professional growth in the area of assignment.
• Coordinates, assists, and facilitates student transitions between classes; assists students by providing for special health care needs.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Google Apps

Instructional delivery

Classroom routines

FERPA compliance

Team collaboration

Student motivation

Student supervision

Communication skills

Relationship building

Education

High school diploma

6 credits in early childhood education

2 years early childhood experience

Job description

Wake County Public School System is seeking an Instructional Assistant for Special Education across elementary, middle, or high school levels. The role provides support to teachers, helps implement IEPs, and maintains a safe, learning-focused environment.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma, familiarity with FERPA, and ability to work collaboratively with staff, families, and students with diverse needs, including mobility and health-related support as needed.