Instructional Assistant-Special Education - Kindergarten

Instructional Assistant-Special Education

Reports to: Campus Principal

Location: Shaw Campus

Grade: Kindergarten

Team: Special Education

Center City PCS is looking for a self-directed, collaborative Instructional Assistant to support a special education resource classroom. This individual will support the lead special education teacher in a resource classroom for a small group of students with disabilities. We are looking for someone who believes in Center City's mission and values and will strive to provide the highest-quality programming to the students they serve. The ideal candidate has worked in a similar capacity and has experience working with children with IEPs.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• Assist the lead teacher in designing and preparing instructional materials and implementing daily lessons that engage all learners and address both grade-level standards and IEP goals

• Assist the lead teacher in conducting and organizing ongoing assessments of student performance; collect data on student progress.

• Implement scripted interventions as determined by student needs

• Assist the lead teacher in implementing academic, social, or behavioral interventions and accommodations as outlined in IEPs and classroom rules

• Monitor students in the classroom, hallways, at recess, on field trips, and during other school-related activities

• Participate in relevant training as necessary to support students in the classroom and to implement designated instructional programs

• Engage parents and families in their child’s academic success by fostering an ongoing relationship centered around hopes and dreams

• Engage in regular team meetings with the lead teacher, special education coordinator, and related service providers to discuss student progress and needs

Requirements:

• A minimum of 1 year of experience in education (preferred)

• Have general technology capacity

• References that reflect a high standing with past employers

• Able to lift 10 pounds and able to stand for long hours

Benefits:

Center City PCS offers the following benefits to all full-time employees:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance premiums subsidized by the employer

• 401 (k) Retirement Plan with 5% employer match

• Pre-tax Flexible Spending Accounts

• Life and Disability Insurance

• Paid Time Off (PTO)