Instructional Assistant - Special Ed
About the Employer
Job Summary
Under direct supervision, the Instructional Assistant provides supported education services in classrooms, resource centers, or other school-related areas. The Instructional Assistant is directly involved in the instructional program for assigned students and their identified special needs.
Job Title
Instructional Assistant II - Special Education
Location
Crook County High School
Start Date
September 28, 2026
Days & Hours
7 hours per day; 180 days
Application Deadline
4:00 pm, Thursday, September 24, 2026
Supervise and Assist Students
Supervise and assist students either individually or in small groups in regular and/or special education classes and other school-related activities as assigned. May work on a more in-depth basis with individual students and/or the supervising teacher to develop individual lesson plans and strategies for maximizing learning experiences for individual students in a specialized field of education.
Administrative Support
Assists with implementing individualized education plan (IEP). Assists with record keeping to monitor students' daily and monthly data on progress. Assists special education teaching staff responsible for preparation, implementation, and evaluation of individual and group instructional programs. Confer, as needed, with teachers, resource staff, and other school personnel concerning programs and materials to meet student needs. Alerts teacher to any special problems or information concerning students in assigned program. Participate in parent conferences when invited by the supervising teacher. Participate in meetings to share information about program to which assigned when invited by supervising teacher.
Student Support
May assist students with physical therapy and medical emergencies following established therapy and medical protocols established for individual students. Manages student behavior across setting using consistent and positive intervention strategies. Assist in addressing the emotional and physical needs that support special education in maintaining the practical life skills such as dressing, toileting, feeding, etc.
Technical Skills
Operates a variety of office equipment as needed, including a computer and copier. Performs clerical support duties as required. Can access, input, retrieve information from a computer and key 30 wpm.
Minimum Qualifications
Two years of post-secondary study, or An associate's degree, or A passing score on a state or local academic assessment that measures knowledge of and the ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics. High school diploma or the equivalent. A minimum of two years of school-related experience preferable. Demonstrate a strong ability to relate well to students, staff, and public.
Working Conditions and Physical Requirements
Possess the physical ability to regularly attend work and fulfill the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation. Lifting may be required. Work with students having a variety of handicapping conditions in large or small groups or 1:1. Supervise students across a variety of learning environments both indoors and outdoors.
Equal Employment Opportunity
This district is an equal opportunity employer and complies with provisions of the various civil rights laws including: the Fair Employment Practice Act; Title IX regulations, and Section 504 in employment and education programs and activities. We are committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace and strictly comply with the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988 and the Drug-Free Schools and Communities Act Amendments of 1989. Upon request, this district will give reasonable accommodations during the application and interview process as required in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.