Instructional Assistant - Special Education - Substitute 2024-2025 School Year

Under the direction of an assigned supervisor, assist a certificated teacher in reinforcing instruction to individual or small groups of special education students in a classroom environment; assist the teacher in implementing instructional activities and meeting the needs of students.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education & Experience:
Must have completed at least 2 years of full time study (48 units) at an institution of higher education (college level), or obtained an associate's (or higher) degree
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:
Knowledge of:
Child guidance principles and practices related to children with special education needs; problems and concerns of students with special needs; safe practices in classroom and outdoor activities; basic subjects taught in District schools, including arithmetic, grammar, spelling, language and reading.
Basic instructional methods and techniques; correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary; classroom procedures and appropriate student conduct; operation of standard office and classroom equipment; oral and written communication skills; interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy; record-keeping and filing techniques.
Ability to:
Assist with instruction and related activities in a classroom environment; reinforce instruction to individual or small groups of special education students as directed by the teacher; assist in the preparation of instructional materials and implementation of instructional activities; perform a variety of clerical duties including typing, filing and duplicating materials; establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others; communicate effectively both orally and in writing; monitor, observe and report student behavior and progress according to approved policies and procedures; understand and relate to children with special needs.
Demonstrate an understanding, patient and receptive attitude toward special education students; obse

Must have completed at least 2 years of full-time study (48 units) at an institution of higher education (college level), or obtained an associate's (or higher) degree.TRANSCRIPTS OR DEGREES MUST BE UPLOADED. For verification purposes, you'll need to include copies of transcripts (unofficial accepted) or degree(s) with your application to meet new law enactment. INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS ARE SUBJECT TO DISQUALIFICATION.