Secondary Special Education Instructional Assistant
Occupations:
Teaching Assistants, Special EducationTeaching Assistants, Preschool, Elementary, Middle, and Secondary School, Except Special EducationTeaching Assistants, All OtherSpecial Education Teachers, All OtherSpecial Education Teachers, Secondary SchoolIndustries:
Elementary and Secondary SchoolsBusiness Schools and Computer and Management TrainingJunior CollegesColleges, Universities, and Professional SchoolsEducational Support ServicesThe Instructional Assistant works under the supervision of classroom teachers to support students in general and special education classrooms, primarily in English, Math, Science, Social Studies, and Independent Learning Skills classes, with an emphasis on supporting executive functioning. Instructional Assistants may provide support in technical classes for those students who require assistance in their technical programs.Qualifications:A positive belief that every student can succeed!!Unconditional generosity, giving, and letting go.Kindness and compassion.Understanding that consistency and flexibility are not mutually exclusive.Excellent communication skills.Excellent interpersonal skills.Comfortable providing executive functioning support for students in academic and technical settings.Able to support and adapt to a variety of teachers and teaching styles.Committed to supporting diverse student learners and a range of learning challenges.Ability to contribute to a collaborative department and school community.