Instructional Support Specialist

7 days ago

Roanoke, Virginia, United States Roanoke County Schools Full time
Job Summary

Roanoke County Schools is seeking a highly skilled and dedicated Instructional Assistant to support our instructional objectives and provide human support to students with special needs.

Key Responsibilities
  • Assist classroom teachers in performing specific duties as assigned, ensuring a collaborative and effective learning environment.
  • Undertake specialized tasks to achieve and enhance instructional objectives, utilizing expertise in instructional design and delivery.
  • Work with individuals or small groups to reinforce material introduced by the teacher, promoting student engagement and understanding.
  • Provide programmed practice activities and repetitions as developed by the teacher, therapist, or pathologist, supporting student progress and achievement.
  • Assist with large group activities, ensuring a smooth and efficient learning experience.
  • Escort students to special classes and therapy, providing a safe and supportive environment.
  • Guide independent study and other work assigned by the teacher, promoting student autonomy and responsibility.
  • Report student problems to the teacher and assist with student problems, demonstrating a commitment to student well-being.
  • Assist students' mobility needs, including loading and unloading buses, ensuring a safe and accessible environment.
  • Assist with breakfast, lunch, snack, clean-up, lavatory, clothing, personal hygiene, and wash-up routines, promoting a healthy and respectful environment.
  • General knowledge of the practices, methods, and techniques used in the teaching of special education populations, staying up-to-date with best practices and research.
  • Ability to maintain files and information, ensuring accurate and efficient record-keeping.
  • Ability to deal effectively with special education students and teachers, demonstrating empathy and understanding.
  • Skilled in the use of classroom and instructional equipment, ensuring a smooth and efficient learning experience.
  • Ability to operate audio-visual, standard office, work, and data processing equipment, staying up-to-date with technology and software.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with teachers, parents, students, and other support staff, promoting a positive and collaborative environment.
  • Additional training may be required, demonstrating a commitment to ongoing professional development.
  • Practices confidentiality always, maintaining the trust and respect of students, parents, and colleagues.
  • Maintains an attitude of mutual respect and courtesy, promoting a positive and inclusive environment.
  • Communicates effectively orally and in writing, ensuring clear and concise communication.
  • Reacts positively to constructive criticism and suggestions, demonstrating a growth mindset and commitment to improvement.
  • Demonstrates initiative and motivation, taking ownership of tasks and responsibilities.
  • Works independently or collaboratively with others in a wide variety of circumstances, adapting to changing needs and priorities.
  • Establishes professional relationships and communicates effectively, promoting a positive and respectful environment.
  • Demonstrates good safety habits and response to emergency situations, ensuring a safe and secure environment.
  • Exercises sound judgment in decision-making, making informed and responsible choices.
  • Prepares and presents clear and concise correspondence, complex reports, and policy recommendations, demonstrating strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Organizes conflicting work priorities while coordinating multiple projects and deadlines, ensuring timely and efficient completion.
  • Demonstrates teamwork, flexibility, and ability to adapt to new ideas and situations, promoting a positive and collaborative environment.
  • Performs multiple, highly complex technical tasks with a need to periodically upgrade skills to meet changing job conditions, staying up-to-date with best practices and research.
  • Possesses strong computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office, ensuring efficient and effective use of technology.
  • Perform related work as required, demonstrating a commitment to flexibility and adaptability.
  • Reassignment may occur at any time throughout the school year based on student needs and changes in enrollment, ensuring a flexible and responsive approach.
Education and Experience
  • Minimum high school diploma or GED Equivalent, demonstrating a strong foundation in education and learning.
  • A minimum of two years college experience OR successfully completed ParaPro Assessment is required at Title I schools, ensuring a strong understanding of instructional design and delivery.
  • Experience working with children is preferred, demonstrating a commitment to working with students and families.
Working Conditions & Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

  • Must have the ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time, ensuring a safe and comfortable working environment.
  • Exhibit manual dexterity to enter data into a computer and phone system, staying up-to-date with technology and software.
  • To see and read a computer screen and printed material with or without vision aids, ensuring clear and concise communication.
  • Hear and understand speech at normal levels, ensuring effective communication and collaboration.
  • Physical agility to lift up to 50 pounds, ensuring a safe and efficient working environment.
  • To bend, to stoop, to sit on the floor, to climb stairs, to walk, to reach overhead, and to drive a vehicle, ensuring a safe and accessible environment.
  • Approved driving record by the DMV, ensuring a safe and responsible approach to transportation.

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