Special Education Support Services IA Gr. 9-12

Winooski School District; Winooski (VT); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Winooski School District is seeking a Special Education Instructional Assistant (IA) for Grade 9-12 at Winooski High School, Vermont. Starting date is immediate; applicant supports students with IEPs, assists teachers, and helps organize instructional materials.

Responsibilities include implementing behavioral plans, aiding in reading/writing/math support, and supervising students on bus trips. Experience with children/adolescents preferred; citizenship/residency appears required.

Qualifications

• Requires completion of at least 2 years of higher education or an associate degree.
• Associate degree preferred.
• Knowledge of and ability to assist in reading, writing, mathematics.
• Ability to speak effectively and communicate with diverse individuals.
• Experience with children/adolescents preferred.

Responsibilities

• Adapt general classroom material to meet student needs in consultation with teachers.
• Facilitate social and inclusive interactions in the regular classroom environment.
• Implement the IEP team’s program.
• Assist in organizing instructional materials.
• Support students with self-care and health needs as identified by plans.
• Implement and practice behavior management plans.
• Assist in instructing students in functional skills and general behavior.
• Supervise and support students during daily bus transportation.

Skills

Communication skills

Patience and compassion

Conflict resolution

Teamwork

Ability to work with students

Education

Associate degree

2 years of study (48 credit hours)

Tools

Basic computer skills

Job description

Special Education Support Services IA Gr. 9-12

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Job Details

Job ID: 5934254
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Sep 21, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediate

Job Description

• Adapt general classroom material/methods as appropriate to meet the needs of students, in consultation with the classroom and/or special education teacher.
• Facilitate social and inclusive interactions among the student and his/her peers in the regular student environment.
• Implement the program developed by the IEP team.
• Participate in various community activities and field trips with students.
• Assist in organizing instructional materials, under the direction of the classroom teacher or special educator.
• Assist students as required with self-care and other health needs as identified by the student specific plan.
• Implement instructional and behavioral programs for students, under the general direction of classroom and/or special education teachers. This includes working with students, both individually and in small groups, in a variety of academic areas and functional skills.
• Implement and practice behavior management/modification plans and programs for and with students.
• Assist and/or instruct students in functional skills, such as general behavior, dressing/undressing for outdoors, care of belongings, insertion and adjustment of hearing aids and use of other special equipment, and other areas as assigned.
• Support assigned students with their classroom work in a variety of settings.
• Supervising/supporting specific students during daily bus transportation.

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories

Special Education > General Special Education

Welcome to Winooski High School

Winooski School District is a Pre-K through 12 school system which is housed in one educational center. One of the diverse school districts in the State of Vermont, Winooski's teachers and staff are highly involved in professional development programs that help increase student achievement, address the needs of a diverse student population, and allow students to thrive in an engaging environment with high expectations.

Job Requirements

• The requirements listed below are typical of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
• Completed at least 2 years of study (defined as a minimum of 48 credit hours) at an institution of higher education; or
• Obtained an associate's (or higher) degree; or
• Met a rigorous standard of quality and can demonstrate through a formal State or local academic assessment:
• i. Knowledge of and the ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, mathematics; and
• ii. Knowledge of and the ability to assist in instructing, reading readiness, writing readiness, and mathematics readiness, as appropriate.
• Knowledge of children with disabilities of special education students, and special education teaching methods preferred.
• Ability to speak effectively.
• Demonstrated broad knowledge of academic subject matter being taught to students desired.
• Basic computer skills
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions.
• Ability to communicate courteously, efficiently and effectively with a variety of individuals.
• Ability to work cooperatively and effectively with peers, subordinates, supervisors, parents, and outside agencies.
• Ability to show patience, respect and compassion in working with students.
• Ability to effectively resolve conflicts and handle stress.
• Experience working with children/adolescents.
• At least 2 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Associate degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Katherine Blair
• 60 Normand St.
• Winooski, Vermont 05404
• Phone: [phone]
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• Email: [e-mail]