Specialized Instructional Assistant (2) - 5.75 Hrs.

Washington Township School District; United States; On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Washington Township School District is seeking a Specialized Instructional Assistant (2) for Whitman Elementary. This 5.75-hour position supports students with diverse needs under teachers and behavior specialists, promoting safety and learning.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent with 60 college credits, experience with children, math proficiency, and strong English communication. Candidates must be able to lift over 40 pounds and are expected to complete CPR and crisis

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent; 60+ college credits.
• Experience working with children.
• Proficiency in mathematics and fluent English (verbal and written).
• Ability to work with students with various disabilities.
• Ability to perform required physical duties (lifting over 40 pounds).
• Confidentiality and willingness to train in CPR and Crisis Prevention.

Skills

English fluency (verbal & written)

Mobility/physical stamina

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent; 60+ college credits

Job description

Specialized Instructional Assistant (2) - 5.75 Hrs. JobID: 481

• Position Type: Support Staff/ Instructional Assistant
• Date Posted: 9/15/2026
• Location: Whitman Elementary
• Date Available: TBD
• Closing Date: 09/25/2026

REQUIRED CRITERIA:

• High School Diploma or equivalent; 60 or more college credits
• Experience working with children
• Ability to demonstrate proficiency in mathematics, and ability to communicate fluently in English, vergbally and in writing
• Ability to work successfully with students with various disabilities
• Ability to demonstrate basic tech skills on computers, tablets, and laptops
• Ability to physically perform job duties, such as lifting student(s), toileting, removal of a student(s), blocking inappropriate behaviors, implementing crisis intervention techniques, following student(s) to all activities, and participating with student(s) in those activities
• Ability to lift or move over 40 pounds
• Ability to maintain the confidentiality of student information
• Willingness to fulfill the specific performance responsibilities of the position as they relate to individual student needs
• Evidence of good moral character as determined by reference checks, fingerprinting review and observation
• Ability to define problems, analyze data, in collaboration with the classroom teacher and the behavior specialists
• Willing to be trained in CPR and Crisis Prevention

PREFERRED CRITERIA:

• 2 years experience working with disabled children in a school setting
• Training in student behaviors, instructional techniques and data collection