Instructional Assistant

Under general supervision, Direct Support Professionals in our Education program, participate in the direct care and plan implementation for clients, as prescribed by physician and treatment teams.  They assist the Academic Teacher in implementing instructional and therapeutic activities.  They may assist with writing lesson plans and preparing instructional materials to support instruction.

They assist the Academic Teacher with assessing progress (analysis of data) and modifying teaching techniques to promote achievement of each assigned client’s established goals.  They work with clients in residences during academic breaks and holidays. In community-based programs, they provide transportation between the residence and school.

They provide supervision, safety and crisis management.