Instructional Assistant - Special Programs 1:1

Instructional Assistant - Special Programs 1:1

JobID: 1851

• • Position Type:
    Support Staff/Instructional Assistant
  • Date Posted:
    9/3/2026
  • Location:
    Westfield High School
  • Date Available:
    09/17/2026

  JOB DESCRIPTION

  INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANT

  Reports to: Teacher or immediate supervisor and Principal

  Terms: 176 days; 35 hrs per week

  Position Summary: To assist the teacher in achieving teaching objectives by working with individual students or small groups, as assigned by teacher, to help them achieve the skill levels of the class as a whole.

  Essential Functions:

  • Assist as needed for district and state-wide testing per student accommodations.
  • Assist the teacher in devising special strategies for reinforcing material or skills based on a sympathetic understanding of individual students, their needs, interests, and abilities.
  • Guide independent study, enrichment work, and remedial work set up and assigned by the teacher.
  • Check notebooks, correct papers, and supervise testing and makeup work as assigned by the teacher.
  • Assist with such group activities as drill work, reading aloud, and story telling.
  • Serve as chief source of information and help to any substitute teacher assigned in the absence of the teacher(s).
  • Alert the teacher to any special problems about an individual student.
  • Maintain the same high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality of information about students as is expected of fully licensed teachers.
  • Record keeping as assigned by teacher.
  • Under the supervision of certified teachers, assist in the areas related to personal, social, and instructional needs of students.
  • Be proactive and do what is necessary to maintain a relationship of trust with teacher(s) and student(s) you serve.
  • Assist students with assistive technology needs as required for academic success.
  • Under teacher direction, gather data on goal progress and behaviors
  • Other duties as assigned by Principal or Immediate Supervisor.
  • Assist with students basic needs like feeding and toileting, along with assisting students with community based outings and work experience. (Life Skills and 1 on 1 IA only.)
  • Assist students with their in school job placements around the building; watches classes with sub support when needed during case conferences; and sometimes eat and supervises lunch with students. (Life Skills and 1 on 1 IA only.)
  • Implement behavior plans for students with aggressive behaviors to ensure the safety of the student and those around him/her. (Life Skills and 1 on 1 IA only.)

  Qualifications Skills and Abilities:

  • High School Diploma or equivalent required; some College preferred.
  • Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
  • Perform a variety of work involving use of independent judgment, accuracy, speed, and confidentiality.
  • Relate well to a variety of individuals, including students, parents, staff, and the community.
  • Perform work without continuous supervision.
  • Maintain a professional demeanor at all times.
  • Understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
  • Maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work, maintaining confidentiality of specified information.

  Application Procedure:

  Please apply at district's website at www.wws.k12.in.us.