Instructional Assistant, UES

New Hope-Solebury School District is seeking applicants for an Instructional Assistant to provide support for students with IEPs at the Upper Elementary School.

Responsibilities:

Participate in daily and long-range planning and communication with the teachers. Provide support to student instructionally and behaviorally in a small group or individually Administer assessments and collect data when needed. Supervision of students as necessary. Work with assigned student to supervise in lunch and other non-instructional time. Maintain individual and collective record keeping for assigned student. Provide all necessary supports, adaptations, and modifications for students with disabilities as assigned such as but not limited to: toileting, assistance with student's menses care, personal grooming, daily self-help tasks, transfers to and from wheelchairs, support for participation in general and special education classrooms. Qualifications Associate's or Bachelor's degree (required). Proven experience working with secondary-level students (essential). Ability to work effectively and empathetically with students across various developmental stages (K-12). Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to maintain professional confidentiality. Physical ability to assist with student mobility and personal care tasks as outlined in student IEPs.

Requirements:

Current and valid Pennsylvania state-mandated clearances (Act 34, Act 151, and Act 114) and all required District certifications. The New Hope-Solebury School District reserves the right to interviewing candidates prior to the end of job posting date.

EEO/AA Employer:

The New Hope-Solebury School District is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. New Hope-Solebury does not discriminate on the basis of disability, veteran status or any other basis protected under federal, state or local laws.