Special Education Instructional Assistant

Special Education Instructional Assistant Join to apply for the Special Education Instructional Assistant role at BASIS Ed Special Education Instructional Assistant 2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the Special Education Instructional Assistant role at BASIS Ed BASIS Tucson North is seeking qualified candidates for a Special Education Instructional Assistant for the 2025/2026 school year! The role of the Special Education Instructional Assistant (SPED Instructional Assistant) is to assist in all aspects of the Special Education Program at the school’s site. The SPED Assistant will provide paraprofessional support for individual student(s) or small groups with various exceptionalities, such as autism, developmental delay, intellectual disability, specific learning disability, emotional disability, etc. Required Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and work experience. Valid Identity Verified Prints (IVP) Fingerprint Clearance Card and/or satisfactory applicable state background check. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite. Preferred Qualifications Certifications and Credentials: Passing score on applicable paraprofessional exam, CPI or TACT-2. 1+ years of related special education experience. Primary Job Responsibilities Work with students with disabilities in general education, small group setting, or 1:1 setting. Reinforce positive behavior expectations. Maintain confidentiality of student records and progress information. Assist the ESS Coordinator/SPED Teacher with preparation of resource materials for individual students/small groups. Provide progress reporting information to ESS Coordinator/SPED Teacher. Help implement individualized education programs (IEPs). Reinforce and reteach concepts introduced by the special education teachers. Support the ESS Coordinator/SPED Teacher by performing administrative and clerical tasks. Maintain regular, full, predictable attendance. Potential site designee to provide CPI or TACT-2 (verbal de-escalation and/or physical restraint). Other duties as assigned. Benefits And Salary Salary is competitive and based on education and experience. Comprehensive benefits include: Employer-paid medical and dental insurance Vision insurance PTO Option to add dependents 401k with partial match Employee Assistance Program Childcare Savings Opportunity (KinderCare tuition discount) Reasonable Accommodations Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Non-Discrimination Policy BASIS does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, gender identity or expression, or other protected classifications, in accordance with applicable laws. Inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies should be directed to Beverly Traver, Compliance and Equity Investigator. Additional Information Seniority level: Entry level Employment type: Full-time Job function: Strategy/Planning and Information Technology Industries: Education Administration Programs Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at BASIS Ed by 2x. #J-18808-Ljbffr