Special Education Instructional Assistant (CDC Gr. 9 - 12)

Special Education Instructional Assistant (CDC Gr. 9 - 12) JobID: 1861 Position Type: Support Staff/Special Education Instructional Assistant Date Posted: 7/13/2026 Location: David Crockett High School Additional Information: Show/Hide Job Title:SPED Instructional AssistantEducation:Targeted job-related education that meets the organization's requirements Department/Group:Student Supports - Special EducationCertificates & Licenses:Must have two years of college credit (48 semester credit hours from an accredited university, excluding remedial courses); an Associate's Degree from an accredited university; or a passing score on the Para-Pro exam. Must have or be willing to obtain First Aid and CPR certification Location:TBD Required Testing:Pre-employment Physical Exam Level/Salary Range:Support Salary Schedule (Asst. SPED)Continuing Education/Training:None Specified HR Contact:HR Director or HR GeneralistPosition Type:Full Time Job Category: ClassifiedClearances:Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance Passing score on the Para-Pro exam in lieu of college credit FLSA Status:Non-Exempt Job Description PURPOSE: The role of Special Education Instructional Assistant was established for the purpose/s of working with individual and/or small groups of students under the supervision of a professionally licensed teacher in the supervision and instruction of students receiving support through an Individualized Education Plan (IEP). The SPED IA may provide support and services in the general education classroom, special education classroom, or during intervention. Employees in this classification will receive a variety of assignments including classroom support, intervention delivery, support services, data collection support, lunchroom, playground, and related arts support, etc. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Adapts classroom activities, assignments, and/or materials under the direction of the supervising teacher. Adapts classroom work in order to provide students with instructional materials that address individualized learning plans within established lesson plans. Administers classroom assignments, tests, homework assignments, make-up work, etc. Administers immediate first aid and medical assistance as instructed by a health care professional (e.g. diapering, tube feeding, colostomy bags, medication, etc). Assists in completing all record keeping requirements. Assists in designing/utilizing appropriate materials for individual students in the general or special education classrooms. Assists in instructing children in health and personal habits, such as eating, resting, and toilet habits. (specifically Early Intervention) Assists in maintaining a safe work and play environment. Assists general and special education teachers in facilitating modifications and/or adaptations in the educational environment, instructional materials and/or equipment for special education students. Assists students, individually or in small groups, with lesson in order to practice and/or reinforce learning concepts and assist students in reaching academic goals and grade level standards. Assists students, under supervision of special education and/or general education teachers, in working toward meeting IEP objectives and goals. Assists teacher in maintaining a positive, orderly, and academically focused learning condition in the instructional environment. Assumes responsibility for knowing and following the safety rules and proper procedures associated with the responsibilities of the job. Assumes the responsibility of having regular and timely attendance. Collaborates with instructional staff, other school personnel, parents and a variety of community resources for the benefit of and in the best interest of students in the academic areas, athletics, special programs, extra-curricular activities, etc. Communicates with teachers as may be required to assist in evaluating progress and/or implement IEP objectives (where applicable). Discusses assigned duties wi…