Special Education Instructional Assistant — Student Support

Frederick County Public Schools; Ijamsville (MD); On-site; USD 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Frederick County Public Schools in Maryland invites applications for a Special Education Instructional Assistant for Specialized Programs. Under the direction of certified teachers, you will support students with IEPs and assist with personal care as needed.

This 11-month, 7-hour day position emphasizes teamwork, documentation, and crisis prevention training. Applicants should have a high school diploma (or GED), 48 college credits or AA, CPR/First Aid, and RBT training; bilingual Spanish a

Qualifications

• Requires ability to communicate clearly, both orally and in writing.
• Familiarity with English spelling, vocabulary, and mathematics.

Responsibilities

• Supports students under the direction of a Certificated FCPS staff.
• Communicates and documents student progress.
• Sets up and adapts materials, equipment, and assistive devices for use by students.
• Facilitates student progress toward independence.
• Monitors and assists students during educational and recreational activities.
• Assists students with routine physical and/or personal care.
• Monitors and assists students in meeting IEP goals and objectives.
• Caries out emergency action and/or health care plans for designated students.
• Assists in student mobility and use of lifting devices.
• Participates in professional development trainings.
• Assists with administering, scoring, and recording assessments.

Job description

Frederick County Public Schools in Maryland invites applications for a Special Education Instructional Assistant for Specialized Programs. Under the direction of certified teachers, you will support students with IEPs and assist with personal care as needed.

This 11-month, 7-hour day position emphasizes teamwork, documentation, and crisis prevention training. Applicants should have a high school diploma (or GED), 48 college credits or AA, CPR/First Aid, and RBT training; bilingual Spanish a