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Instructional Assistant II - Special Education- General Pool

Instructional Assistant II - Special Education- General Pool

Alexandria City Public SchoolsAlexandria, VA, United States
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Description :

The Instructional Assistant II (Special Education) assists in the specialized instruction of students with special needs, wit Autism Spectrum Disorders, Emotional Disabilities, or Intellectual Disabilities, under the supervision of a licensed teacher in a special education classroom; observes and documents student progress; implements plans for instruction and reinforcement of skills. The Instructional Assistant II (Special Education) observes and documents student progress; implements plans for instruction, and implements behavioral plans as directed by the teacher.

ACPS has Instructional Assistant II, Special Education positions at the following locations :

George Washington Middle School

Alexandria City High School - King Street

Alexandria City High School-Chance for Change

Qualifications :

  • Education : 48 college credits or an AA degree, or be able to demonstrate college-level skills in spelling, reading, writing, and math by passing a proficiency test.
  • Certificates & Licenses : Formal training or certification in ABA is highly preferred.
  • Experience : The position requires experience and / or additional training in the instruction of students with autism spectrum disorders.

Essential Functions :

  • Adapts classroom activities, assignments, and / or materials under the direction of the teacher to provide an opportunity for the student to participate in classroom activities.
  • Implements intervention strategies and supports (visual aids, prompting strategies, reinforcement systems, communication tools, etc.) as directed by the teacher to address student goals.
  • Documents student progress or behavioral observations using objective measures and records data as directed by the teacher.
  • Confers with teachers on a regular basis to assist in evaluating student progress and / or implementing IEP goals.
  • Implements academic instruction taught by a teacher to meet learning goals, as described by an IEP.
  • Implements strategies to maximize practice opportunities for social and communication skills and emotional regulation to promote short and long-term independence as directed by the teacher.
  • Implements behavioral plans designed by the IEP team for students with behavior disorders or other special conditions to meet special education students' needs and provide a consistent environment.
  • Maintains instructional materials and / or student files / records (e.g. adapting instructional materials).
  • Accepts feedback from teachers and related service providers to ensure accurate and consistent implementation of educational techniques or strategies.
  • Communicates and collaborates to foster a positive learning environment.
  • Effectively communicates with adults and students.
  • Attends meetings and in-service presentations.
  • Performs other related duties, as assigned, to ensure the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.

    • Clearances :

  • Criminal Justice Fingerprint / Background Clearance.
  • Tuberculosis Skin Test.

    • Public Health Compliance

  • Must follow safety and health protocols.

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