Instructional Assistant - Vision Impairment Program Littleville Elementary School

Gateway Regional School District is seeking a caring individual to provide one-on-one support to an elementary school student with disabilities.

Qualified Candidates Must:

• Be patient, thoughtful, and caring and be able to set limits appropriately
• Experience with elementary children (preferred)
• Experience working with students with Braille and assistive technology (preferred)
• Strong verbal communication skills
• Hold an unwavering belief that every student can grow and succeed

Professional Responsibilities Include:

• Support a vision-impaired student in navigating the school environment safely (hallways, cafeteria, transitions).
• Support the student in understanding and following classroom and school routines.
• Assist with adapting instructional materials and other accommodations recommended by the Teacher of the Visually Impaired (TVI) and related service providers.
• Recognize signs of sensory overload and assist the student in accessing sensory tools or breaks as outlined in the IEP.
• Maintain calm, consistent responses to challenging behaviors and follow established de-escalation protocols.
• Break down tasks into manageable steps and provide visual supports.
• Support the student in participating in whole-group, small-group, and independent work to the greatest extent possible.
• Support the student in developing self-advocacy skills, such as requesting help or breaks.
• Take feedback and instruction from teachers and therapists.
• Assist with data collection, progress monitoring, and other documentation as needed to inform instruction and IEP goals.
• Collaborate as a member of a multidisciplinary team, including teachers, therapists, and administrators, to implement individualized strategies that meet students’ needs.
• Maintain professional confidentiality about students and families
• Perform other duties as assigned by administration to support the success and well-being of students.
• Salary range: $18.24-$29.18, dependent upon education, experience, and placement.

The Gateway Regional School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, age, disability, sexual orientation or military or exercise of civil rights in admission to, access to treatment in or employment in its programs or activities.