Instructional Support Assistant

4 weeks ago

Cromwell, United States Adelbrook Inc Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

About Our Program

Ädelbrook’s Academies are private special education programs certified by the State Department of Education to serve students with autism, neurodevelopmental disorders, emotional disturbance, and learning disabilities from pre-Kindergarten through grade 12. Ädelbrook’s Transitional Academy, for students ages 18–21, focus on life-long learning and life skills, and employment proficiencies through meaningful work experiences and community engagement.

Job Summary:

The Instructional Support Assistant (ISA) provides one-to-one support for students with ASD, developmental & intellectual disabilities by implementing behavioral and instructional strategies and activities. The ISA provides academic assistance based on teachers’ lessons and assignments while supervising students and maintaining classroom management. This position will ensure safety for everyone by being prepared and able to implement PMT to include hands-on physical interventions as required. This is an academic year position, with an additional 34 days (7 weeks) during the summer program or Extended School Year (ESY) for a total of 219 days a year.

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Provides 1:1 academic assistance based on teachers' lessons and assignments. Helps the student work on individual projects and assignments. Modifies instructional materials according to state and federal guidelines.
  • Participates in school-wide and classroom-based behavior management while in the school setting to maintain classroom rules and positive student behavior. Respects the dignity and rights of all students and colleagues.
  • Supervises students at all times with no exceptions, to include awareness of and compliance with child-specific Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs), and agency or school procedures related to such. Observes and records individual student behavior as appropriate.
  • Provides students with positive reinforcement and support as directed by the Individualized Educational Plan IEP/PPT and/or Behavior Intervention Plan. Observes and records student progress in academic, behavior, and social areas and reports progress to the teacher(s). Maintains confidentiality of all student information.
  • Attends Planning Placement Team meetings (PPTs) as needed for assigned student and offers input as appropriate and deemed necessary by classroom teacher.
  • Maintains student data needed for any requested reports.
  • Protects the welfare and safety of students at all times. Utilizes Physical/Psychological Management Training (PMT) techniques to aid in deescalating students in crisis situations. Intervenes appropriately and competently in crisis situations, to include use of protective holds as appropriate. Maintains composure and emotional stability/control while working with students.
  • Follows through on the classroom teacher’s as well as supervisors’ verbal and written directions. Follows agency and school policies and procedures. Works independently to complete the work assigned.
  • Displays exemplary role modeling on the job and when in contact with the students being served. Performs other duties as assigned by the classroom teacher and/or supervisor and school/agency administration.

Essential Job Functions:

As a condition of employment, must successfully attain and maintain the following per agency standards (including but not limited to): Training and yearly recertification in PMT [Physical/Psychological Management Training], Trauma Informed Care, ATS training, CPR and First Aid. A valid driver’s license and excellent driving record are
requisite.

Education, Experience and other Qualifications:

Candidates must have a high school diploma/GED equivalent in junction with successful completion of the School Paraprofessional Certification. This requirement is required upon hire Candidates with two or more years of experience as a child support personnel in a school setting are preferred. Strong behavior management skills and experience is preferred. Knowledge of Autism Spectrum Disorders and Intellectual & Behavioral Disorders must be demonstrated. Candidates must have a positive attitude, good communication skills, demonstrated good judgment and ability to establish effective rapport with students, families, and all colleagues. The ability to work with students and colleagues from diverse ethnic, economic, educational, and religious backgrounds is requisite as is commitment to exceeding standards of professional & ethical practices and responsibilities.

Ädelbrook is committed to programs of Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action. Accordingly, all decision affecting our staff are made on the basis of Ädelbrook’s mission, personnel policies and applicable state and federal laws. Decisions are made without regard to race, color, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, religion, age, ancestry, veteran status, national origin, marital status or handicap.

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