Special Education Instructional Assistant (Paraprofessional) - SY 26-27

The Special Education Instructional Assistant provides instructional support to individual or small groups of students with Individualized Education Plans (IEPs). Essential Duties: Provide instructional support to individual or small groups of students with IEPs Assist students in completing classroom assignments, homework, and projects across various subject areas Assist with implementation of IEP goals in collaboration with Education Specialists and classroom teachers Provide students with socio-emotional support Confer with other instructional staff in adapting lesson plans and materials to meet student needs Collect and maintain accurate records and files related to student progress Communicate with staff and administrators to provide updates on student progress or areas of concern Participate in IEP meetings as assigned Develop positive relationships with the school-community aligned with LPS’ culture and values Other Duties Perform related duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience Any combination equivalent to: Two years of college (48 units), or A.A. degree (or higher) One-year of successful work experience in special education preferred Licensing and Other Requirements Employment eligibility that may include fingerprints, tuberculosis and/or other employment clearance Bilingual proficiency in Spanish highly desired Knowledge of: Guiding principles and practices related to students with special needs Subjects taught in schools, including basic and advanced arithmetic, grammar, spelling, language, history, science, and reading Engaging instructional methods and techniques Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation, and vocabulary Graduation and college admission requirements Acceptable school and classroom policies and procedures Behavior management and deescalation techniques Operation of standard office and classroom equipment Interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and professionalism Basic record-keeping and report preparing techniques Skills and Ability to: Assist with instruction and related activities in a classroom or assigned learning environment Reinforce instruction to individual or small groups of students with special needs Manage a range of student behaviors Assist in the preparation of instructional materials in support of IEPs Perform routine clerical duties Understand and relate to students with special needs Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others Communicate effectively both orally and in writing Demonstrate an understanding, patient, and receptive attitude towards students with special needs Collect data, monitor, and observe and report student behavior and progress Working Conditions: Environment Instructional environment which includes indoor and outdoor activities Exposure to a range of student behaviors Physical Demands Mental acuity Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate standard office and classroom equipment Bending at the waist and/or kneeling to assist students Hearing and speaking to exchange information Seeing to observe and read a variety of materials and monitor student activities Sitting or standing for extended periods of time Leadership Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity at all levels. Notification of Non-Discrimination Policy Leadership Public Schools prohibits discrimination, harassment, intimidation, and bullying based on actual or perceived race, religion creed, color, national origin, ancestry, age, parental, family, or marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sex (sexual harassment), or sexual orientation, or association with a person or a group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. Complaint forms are available at school sites and on the network webpage at www.leadps.org. For inquiries or concerns regarding LPS nondiscrimination policy or the filing of discrimination complaints please contact: Chris Harrell, Director of Student Services, Title IX Coordinator 99 Linden Street Oakland, CA 94607 email: charrell@leadps.org Phone: 510-830-3780 x115