Instructional Assistant - Vacancy ID: 251818

• Minimum of High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Ability to work independently
• Computer skills
• Organizational skills
• Knowledge of basic grammar and writing mechanics
• Knowledge of basic mathematics concepts and operations
• Ability to work with students and staff in a friendly and constructive manner
• Ability  to supervise students in the classroom, lunchroom, and playground environments.
• Ability to problem solve

Education & Training

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate’s or bachelor’s degree in education, psychology, social work, or related field preferred.
• Training or coursework in child development, special education, or behavioral support.
• Familiarity with trauma-informed care and social-emotional learning (SEL) strategies.
• CPI (Crisis Prevention Institute) or other de-escalation/restraint training preferred or willingness to obtain.

Skills & Knowledge

• Understanding of child and adolescent development, including emotional and behavioral regulation.
• Knowledge of positive behavior intervention and supports (PBIS) and multi-tiered systems of support (MTSS).
• Ability to implement individualized behavior intervention plans (BIPs) under teacher or specialist guidance.
• Strong communication skills to work with students, teachers, and families.
• Ability to model calm, respectful, and appropriate behavior in all situations.
• Basic computer and documentation skills (e.g., logging incidents, behavior tracking).
• Physical ability to assist in crisis intervention if needed.

Experience

• Prior experience working with children in educational, childcare, or therapeutic settings.
• Experience supporting students with disabilities, emotional/behavioral needs, or mental health challenges is highly valued.
• Background working collaboratively with teachers, school psychologists, counselors, or social workers.

Personal Qualities

• Patience, empathy, and the ability to build trusting relationships with students.
• Strong problem-solving and conflict-resolution abilities.
• Flexibility and adaptability to respond to varying student needs and unexpected behaviors.
• Resilience under stress and the ability to maintain composure during escalated situations.
• Committment to equity, inclusion and supporting all students
• Ability to collect and report observational data to assist with monitoring student progress.