Instructional Assistant, Special Education

Under the general administrative direction and direction of a teacher, to instruct pupils individually or in groups in accordance with prescribed learning objectives. Provide instructional support and assistance to teachers and students assigned to a designated special education instructional program, including Special Day Class (SDC) and the Resource Specialist Program (RSP); perform a variety of support activities related to behavior management and classroom instruction of special education students; perform a variety of clerical support duties related to classroom activities.

Assistant may be assigned to work with pupil(s) ages 3 to 22 years old. Works with pupils individually or in small groups to tutor, reinforce, or follow up learning activities.

Assist teachers with implementation of pupils' individualized Education Program (IEP) through instruction in a wide variety of curricular or extra-curricular activities as defined in the district's curriculum or course of study; helps pupils learn to be aware of their personal appearance and to learn how to take care of personal needs.

Implements assigned sections of pupil behavior management plans, which may involve the use of, approved behavior modification, physical management techniques or other skill or knowledge to establish and maintain appropriate behavior. Assist assigned teacher with the implementation of lesson plans; assist in administering, proctoring, scoring tests and papers and charting student progress; modify materials and explain instructions and words. Assist pupils with the use of assistive technology including computers or other teaching aids to accommodate student and to enhance learning.

Assist lifting of pupils in and out of wheelchairs, braces, and other orthopedic equipment. Perform toileting services, wheelchair assistance, feeding, and/or or diapering, as needed.

Assist pupils in dressing, undressing, bathing, and grooming as needed.

Assist pupils with taking medication under administrative direction and while being observed by an assigned teacher. Prepare lunch trays, specialized meals and assist with feeding of pupils unable to feed themselves. Reinforce instruction to students with learning disabilities and language, communication and behavioral problems; assist the teacher and administrator in the implementation of the pupil(s) and or site behavior management plans. Accompanies and assists teachers during the transporting and instructing of pupils in off-campus or community based settings; rides with pupils on the bus, which transports the pupils to and from school.

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