Job detail
Instructional Assistant - Special Education, Special Assignment
Wake County Public School System
FULL_TIME
Posted 5/1/2026
Location
Apex, North Carolina
Core responsibilities
The instructional assistant supports special education students by implementing individual education plans (Ieps) and assisting teachers with classroom activities and behavioral interventions. They also provide direct support for student transitions, personal care needs, and the use of assistive technology to promote independence.
Requirements summary
Candidates must hold a high school diploma or ged and be working toward an associate's degree or cda credential, or meet essa requirements with relevant experience. A crisis prevention and intervention (Cpi) certification is required, and experience working with individuals with special needs is essential.
high schoolassociate degreeprofessional certificateConfidentialityCollaborationCommunication skillsRecord keepingCrisis preventionPersonal care assistanceData collectionStudent supervisionSafety monitoringClassroom managementAssistive technologyBehavioral interventionIEP implementationSpecial education supportInstructional assistance