Special Education Behavior Support Instructional Assistant - Level 2

Job Summary

Under the supervision of the Superintendent/Principal or designee, a special education behavior support instructional assistant (Level 2) will assist a certificated teacher in providing instruction and necessary support to individual students or small groups of students with moderate to severe special needs. Individuals will assist children in meeting the goals and objectives of their Individualized Education Plan (IEP), attend to students' physical and health needs, and monitor and report on students' progress in educational performance.

A Behavior Support instructional assistant will also perform a variety of clerical and supportive duties related to classroom activities, including collecting data as directed and classroom management.

Requirements

/ Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent. An Associate of Arts (AA) degree or higher is preferred. Cover Letter Resume Copy of credentials/certificates or licenses applicable to the job Letters of reference Experience and trauma-informed practices. Specialized training in Applied Behavior Analysis or Positive Behavior Intervention Support The District determines whether a candidate is qualified for the position based on related work experience, ability to perform essential functions, reference checks, and effective interpersonal and communication skills.

Moderate physical exertion associated with the ability to stand for an extended period of time, walk, lift, carry, push, pull or climb. Physical capability for sustained physical work; requires strength and endurance associated with heavy physical effort. Ability to lift 50 lbs maximum or carry an object weighing up to 25 lbs.

Support and participate in de-escalating student episodes of dysregulation using approved non-violent crisis intervention techniques.