Instructional Assistant II - Special Education- General Pool (2025-26 SY)

Job Description:

The Instructional Assistant II (Special Education) assists in the specialized instruction of students with special needs, wit Autism Spectrum Disorders, Emotional Disabilities, or Intellectual Disabilities, under the supervision of a licensed teacher in a special education classroom; observes and documents student progress; implements plans for instruction and reinforcement of skills. The Instructional Assistant II (Special Education) observes and documents student progress; implements plans for instruction, and implements behavioral plans as directed by the teacher.

ACPS has Instructional Assistant II, Special Education positions at the following locations:

John Adams Elementary

Alexandria City High School - King Street

ACPS NoVa Detention Center

Qualifications:

• Education: 48 college credits or an AA degree, or be able to demonstrate college-level skills in spelling, reading, writing, and math by passing a proficiency test.
• Certificates & Licenses: Formal training or certification in ABA is highly preferred.
• Experience: The position requires experience and/or additional training in the instruction of students with autism spectrum disorders.

Essential Functions:

• Adapts classroom activities, assignments, and/or materials under the direction of the teacher to provide an opportunity for the student to participate in classroom activities.
• Implements intervention strategies and supports (visual aids, prompting strategies, reinforcement systems, communication tools, etc.) as directed by the teacher to address student goals.
• Documents student progress or behavioral observations using objective measures and records data as directed by the teacher.
• Confers with teachers on a regular basis to assist in evaluating student progress and/or implementing IEP goals.
• Implements academic instruction taught by a teacher to meet learning goals, as described by an IEP.
• Implements strategies to maximize practice opportunities for social and communication skills and emotional regulation to promote short and long-term independence as directed by the teacher.
• Implements behavioral plans designed by the IEP team for students with behavior disorders or other special conditions to meet special education students' needs and provide a consistent environment.
• Maintains instructional materials and/or student files/records (e.g. adapting instructional materials).
• Accepts feedback from teachers and related service providers to ensure accurate and consistent implementation of educational techniques or strategies.
• Communicates and collaborates to foster a positive learning environment.
• Effectively communicates with adults and students.
• Attends meetings and in-service presentations.
• Performs other related duties, as assigned, to ensure the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.

Clearances:

• Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance.
• Tuberculosis Skin Test.

Public Health Compliance

• Must follow safety and health protocols.

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