Instructional Assistant

Title: Special Education Instructional AssistantPosition Type: Full-time, DaysLocation: Fairfax, VirginiaWhat we do and offer our team:PHILLIPS PROGRAMS Schools are private special education day schools for children with emotional and behavioral needs. PHILLIPS has a unique approach to special education. Our schools embrace the whole child and family with all their strengths and challenges. We provide a place of relationship and belonging where students can be accepted; treated with compassion and respect. We offer competitive salaries, a comprehensive benefits package, a place where you can learn and grow as a professional, and a warm and friendly environment that lives our values. In addition, our staff are eligible for the Federal Student Loan Forgiveness Program!What the Instructional Assistant does:The Instructional Assistant coordinates with and assists Special Education Teacher in providing an appropriate program for each student. Additionally, they coordinate with and assist the teacher in the following:Classroom organizationClassroom behavioral managementPreparing educational materials and tutoringAssists in teaching classes, under teacher’s supervision.Functions as a substitute teacher in their classroom, as necessary and assigned, on a time-limited basis.Works one-on-one with students as directed by administration.Maintains students’ weekly point sheets electronically.Maintains logs of all student behaviors that require a classroom removal.Completes action reports or serious incident reports within 24 hours of an incident or by the end of the day of the incident depending on specific deadlines.Completes annual paraprofessional ASD and related disability trainings.What the Instructional Assistant brings to the team:Bachelor’s Degree in fields such as Education or related field, preferred.Experience in special needs school environment, preferred.Experience working with children in a learning/school environmentEnjoy working with a team #J-18808-Ljbffr