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KIPP is hiring an Instructional Assistant - Special Education to support students with disabilities by assisting certified special education teachers in implementing Individualized Education Programs (IEPs). The role includes providing instructional support, behavior management, personal care, and collaborating with teachers, therapists, and families to promote academic and social success.

Highlights

Assist certified teachers in delivering instructional activities and supporting students one-on-one or in small groups.
Prepare and adapt instructional materials to meet diverse student needs and implement behavior intervention plans.
Provide personal care assistance with feeding, toileting, and mobility as needed.
Participate in IEP meetings and communicate student progress to relevant parties.
Maintain confidentiality of student information following legal and school policies.
Associate’s degree, completion of 60 hours of higher education, or passing the ParaPro Assessment required; Certified Teaching Assistant (CTA) preferred.
Experience with young children in special education settings preferred; must pass background checks and complete ADE Paraprofessional Training within one year.
Strong knowledge in core academic subjects, technology integration, child development, and instructional strategies.
Must have good communication skills, physical stamina, emergency response capability; bilingual English/Spanish is a plus.
Salary based on individual experience according to the SY 2025-26 Salary Schedule.

Instructional Assistant - Special Education (Helena) Full Description

Company Description

KIPP Delta Public Schools operates tuition-free, open-enrollment college-preparatory charter schools in the Arkansas Delta, serving over 1,200 students in Helena and Blytheville. Through a rigorous PreK-12 program and an asset-based approach, KIPP empowers students to discover their purpose and expand regional opportunities.

Job Description

Special Education Instructional Assistants support students with disabilities by assisting certified special education teachers in implementing Individualized Education Programs (IEPs). This role involves providing instructional support, behavior management, and personal care services to ensure academic and social success in inclusive and specialized settings.

Special Education Instructional Assistants report to and are supported by the District Special Education Manager, who provides leadership in all areas of special education programming. In collaboration with the School Principal, the Manager also supports the consistent implementation of attendance and behavioral procedures.

Key Responsibilities

Assist in delivering instructional activities under the supervision of certified teachers.
Provide one-on-one or small group support to reinforce learning objectives.
Prepare and adapt classroom and instructional materials, displays, and activities to meet the diverse needs of students.
Implement behavior intervention plans as directed; monitor and document student behavior and progress.
Promote positive social interactions among students to ensure a safe and supportive environment.
Assist students with personal care tasks, including feeding, toileting, and mobility.
Participate in IEP meetings and team discussions as appropriate; communicate effectively with teachers, therapists, and families regarding student progress.
Maintain confidentiality of student information per school policies and legal requirements.
Additional duties and responsibilities as assigned by school and district leaders.

Qualifications

Education: Associate’s degree; at least two years (60 hours) of higher education; or have passed the ParaPro Assessment required.
Licenses: Certified Teaching Assistant (CTA) preferred.
Experience: Prior experience working with young children in a special educational setting preferred.
Must pass state and federal background checks, including fingerprinting and child maltreatment registry checks.
Complete the ADE Special Education Paraprofessional Training Modules within one (1) year of employment.
Ongoing participation in professional development activities as required by ADE.
Strong knowledge in core academic subjects; proficiency in integrating technology into instruction.
Understanding of child development and instructional strategies.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to lift and move students as required; stamina to assist students throughout the day.
Comfortable assisting with personal care tasks as needed.
Capability to respond quickly to emergencies.
Bilingual (Spanish/English) is a plus.

Additional Information

Instructional Assistant salaries will be based on individual experience and within the SY 2025-26 Salary Schedule.

KIPP Delta Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and organizational needs. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

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Job Description

Key Responsibilities

Assist in delivering instructional activities under the supervision of certified teachers.
Provide one-on-one or small group support to reinforce learning objectives.
Prepare and adapt classroom and instructional materials, displays, and activities to meet the diverse needs of students.
Implement behavior intervention plans as directed; monitor and document student behavior and progress.
Promote positive social interactions among students to ensure a safe and supportive environment.
Assist students with personal care tasks, including feeding, toileting, and mobility.
Participate in IEP meetings and team discussions as appropriate; communicate effectively with teachers, therapists, and families regarding student progress.
Maintain confidentiality of student information per school policies and legal requirements.
Additional duties and responsibilities as assigned by school and district leaders.

Qualifications

Education: Associate’s degree; at least two years (60 hours) of higher education; or have passed the ParaPro Assessment required.
Licenses: Certified Teaching Assistant (CTA) preferred.
Experience: Prior experience working with young children in a special educational setting preferred.
Must pass state and federal background checks, including fingerprinting and child maltreatment registry checks.
Complete the ADE Special Education Paraprofessional Training Modules within one (1) year of employment.
Ongoing participation in professional development activities as required by ADE.
Strong knowledge in core academic subjects; proficiency in integrating technology into instruction.
Understanding of child development and instructional strategies.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to lift and move students as required; stamina to assist students throughout the day.
Comfortable assisting with personal care tasks as needed.
Capability to respond quickly to emergencies.
Bilingual (Spanish/English) is a plus.

Additional Information

Instructional Assistant salaries will be based on individual experience and within the SY 2025-26 Salary Schedule.

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Instructional Assistant - Special Education (Helena)

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