General Statement of Duties Under the guidance of the Critical Response teacher, provides instructional or behavioral support with the implementation of the Behavior Learning & Support Services (BLISS) program. Provides de-escalation and behavior support as needed. Essential Duties Under the direct supervision of the classroom teacher the

Instructional Assistant:

Provides one on one or small group instruction to students Assists with classroom management and behavior modification Assists with field trips, community-based instruction, and other activities Assists students with personal care tasks, including but not limited to, hygiene, diapering, toileting and wash-up routines Assists students with mobility needs such as, lifting and positioning students, lifting in and out of wheelchairs; and loading and unloading the bus and operates adaptive equipment Collects data on student performance and progress Assists with creation, organization, and distribution of instructional materials Reports student concerns directly and promptly to the teacher and assists with student resolution Assist with implementation of behavior management plans Assists with breakfast, lunch and snack, including clean-up May be required to assist with student's medical needs Performs other duties as assigned Regular attendance is required Additional Information This position works 10 months, 204 days per year, 7.25 hours per day. Annual salary will be prorated based upon the work begin date. Henrico County Schools reserves the right to begin screening applications and make a selection at any time during the posting period. Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible, as positions may be filled prior to the posted closing date. Minimum Requirements General knowledge of the practices, methods and techniques used in special education classrooms; ability to maintain records and confidentiality; ability to operate audio visual, standard office and computer equipment; ability to operate adaptive equipment; and the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with teachers, parents, students and administrators. Must be 18 years old and have a high school diploma or equivalent.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Must be able to lift and/or move up to 10 pounds frequently and 25 to 50 pounds occasionally, and may assist, move, or restrain students when required to intervene in student safety issues. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, talk, lift, walk, stand, and hear. Background Check Disclosure Applicants considered for employment must successfully complete the following background investigations/tests: Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Criminal History Investigation State Police Criminal History Investigation Child Protective Services (CPS) Investigation Tuberculosis Screening/Test Benefits For information about our benefits, visit our website: https://www.henricoschools.us/page/employee-benefits EEO Statement Henrico County Public Schools provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. EOE/Accommodations Upon Request