Temporary Program Instructional Assistant

Sylvania; Noblesville (IN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Sylvania is seeking an Instructional Assistant - Special Education to support students under the supervision of the classroom teacher. Assignment dates run ASAP through November 27, 2026.

Responsibilities include assisting with lesson plans, maintaining IEP/504 plan fidelity, and supervising students during school activities. A Paraprofessional qualification or higher is required, with a focus on helping students succeed in inclusive settings.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or 48 college credits required.
• ParaPro exam passes the state assessment testing for knowledge to assist in instruction.

Responsibilities

• Communicate effectively with students.
• Assist teacher in preparing classroom and instruction.
• Follow lesson plans with fidelity and support students during activities.
• Supervise students during duties inside and outside the classroom (cafeteria, playground, field trips, etc.).
• Assist with data collection for student academic/behavior goals.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by principal or Teacher of Record.

Education

Associate degree

48 college credits

ParaPro exam

Job description

Administrator: Kelli Kornas
FOCUS Day Coordinator at FOCUS

ASSIGNMENT DATES: ASAP through November 27th, 2026

JOB DESCRIPTION

INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANT - SPECIAL EDUCATION

QUALIFICATIONS:

Federal legislation known as “No Child Left Behind” was signed into law by President Bush in January 2002. It requires that beginning January 8, 2002, paraprofessionals be required to have one of the following:

• An associate of arts degree
• Two years of college (48 credit hours)
• Pass the ParaPro exam (state assessment test for knowledge of an ability to assist in the instruction of reading, writing and math)

Reports to:

Principal and under supervision of the classroom teacher

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ability to communicate effectively with students.
• Ability to proficiently aid teacher in the performance of duties.
• Ability to communicate effectively, work well with staff and is a team player.
• Aid teacher in preparing classroom.
• Instruct students under teacher supervision.
• Follow lesson plans with fidelity.
• Supervise and support students during assigned duties both inside and outside of the classroom (i.e., cafeteria, playground, bus loading and unloading, field trips, restroom, off-site jobs, etc.
• Adhere to student IEP and 504 plans with fidelity.
• Aid in preparing students for arrival and dismissal.
• Maintain effective communication with Teacher of Record.
• Assist with the data collection for student academic and/or behavior goals.
• Any other related duties as may be assigned by the building principal and/or Teacher of Record.
• Empower students to achieve their maximum level of academic/behavioral independence based upon Teacher of Record directive.
• During a crisis situation, demonstrate the ability to professionally and effectively engage with and/or de-escalate students in their care.
• Follow assigned daily schedule in a timely fashion.

PERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Nurture a positive relationship with super-ordinates, subordinates and peers.
• Demonstrate respect for super-ordinates, subordinates, peers, and students.
• Support corporation decisions and direction relative to matters of policy and administrative directives.
• Demonstrate ability to deal with sensitive issues in a tactful and professional manner.
• Address concerns and offer suggestions in an appropriate and confidential manner.
• Demonstrate punctuality/promptness (e.g., arrive on time, do not leave early, perform duties in a timely manner, etc.)
• Dress in a professional manner in accordance with position.

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES COULD INCLUDE:

• Assist students with self-care skills (toileting, food prep, feeding, personal hygiene, etc.)
• Lift and transfer students.
• Use Crisis Prevention & Intervention training in accordance with CPI/Mandt Training procedures.
• Other duties as assigned by principal or designee.