Temporary: Special Education Instructional Assistant (Spring 2026 Semester)

FLSA Status: Exempt

Reports To: Director of Special Education

Campus/School: Herron High School

Anticipated Start Date: Immediate

Managing Employees: No

Job Overview

The Instructional Assistant provides instructional support to one or more assigned classroom teachers and student(s) based on their individualized behavior intervention plan (BIP) and/or individualized education program (IEP) under the direction of the special education teacher (TOR), building administrators, and/or behavior response team lead(s) within the school building. The Special Education Instructional Assistant serves as a member of the special education team within the building and attends expected training, meetings, and debriefing sessions necessary to engage as an active member of this team. 

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Proactively familiarize yourself with the identified student(s) BIP and/or IEP and ask clarifying questions and provide requested input to make changes to these plans

· Follow an assigned schedule to provide behavior intervention and support to assigned student(s) throughout the school day.

· Collect data as trained by supervising faculty and staff.

· Collaborate as part of the behavior response team and intervention team relevant to assigned student(s).

· Participate in debriefing meetings as needed.

· Provide support as assigned across all educational environments (ex. General education, special education, related arts, cafeteria, etc.)

· Timely and professional communication with all team members using a variety of modes (ex. Email, phone, text)

· Provides instructional interventions under the direction of a teacher that reinforces instructional needs. 

· Helps prepare students for formal and informal assessments.

· Assists the classroom teachers with the implementation of the lesson and intervention plans, including supporting small-group instruction and preparing lesson and classroom materials. 

· Creates and maintains working relationships between parents, students, and school staff including conducting academic workshops.

· Perform other duties as assigned by administration.

PERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Nurture a positive relationship with colleagues.

· Demonstrate respect for colleagues.

· Support corporation decisions and direction relative to matters of policy and administrative directives. Work as a team player.

· Demonstrate ability to deal with sensitive issues in a tactful and professional manner.

· Demonstrate commitment to our diversity and inclusion statement.

· Assists with administrative school functions when not in the classroom.

· Collaboratively works with the administration and others to support the policies, guidelines, and working procedures for Herron High School.

· Performs other duties as determined necessary by the administration.

Diversity & Inclusion – Embracing a Culture of Respect

Diversity and inclusion are integral to Herron Classical Schools’ mission and are embedded in its Core Values. By building a culture of respect and trust through relationships with people and ideas, HCS believes that a highly intentional diversity enriches our community. HCS is committed to creating an inclusive culture where all forms of diversity are embraced, respected, and valued.

Equity Statement

Herron Classical Schools, through action and in partnership with families and community, will uphold the values, policies, and practices that promote cultural competence. We are committed to eliminating biased institutional structures, hiring practices, and practices that affect student learning and achievement. We will embrace and empower students and staff in their individual identities to establish and sustain human dignity, justice, equitable treatment, and inclusiveness in the classroom and workplace. Link to full Equity Statement

Non-discrimination Statement

Herron Classical Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sex, gender identity, disability, religion, ancestry, national or ethnic origin, or any characteristic that is legally protected under applicable local, state, or federal law in the administration of its educational policies, behavior policies, admissions policies, scholarship and loan programs, food service, hiring practices, and athletic or other school-administered programs.

Herron Classical Schools abides by the Indiana Civil Rights Laws (I.C. 22-9-1), Title VI and VII (Civil Rights Act of 1964), the Equal Pay Act of 1973, Title IX (Educational Amendments), Section 504 (Rehabilitation Act of 1973), and the Americans with Disabilities Act (42 USCS § 12101,et.seq.). Complaints regarding acts of sexual discrimination or harassment in violation of Title IX requirements should be filed with Herron Classical Schools Title IX Coordinator, Karen Lalioff, by email [email protected], by phone at 317-231-0010 x1113, or by filling out a Report of Harassment form available from Student Services or any school administrator. Inquiries regarding compliance by Herron Classical Schools with Title IX and other civil rights laws may be directed to the Title IX Coordinator, Herron Classical Schools, 110 E. 16th Street, Indianapolis, IN 46202, or the Director of the Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, 111 North Canal Street, Suite 1053, Chicago, IL 60606-7204.

Required Qualifications:

• A minimum of 1 year experience working with children
• Previous experience supporting individuals with disabilities and/or behavior concerns
• Pass a background check
• Physical ability to assist with behavior support (ex. Get on and off the floor, follow students if eloping, etc.)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) training and/or certification (BCBA supervision will be provided to maintain certification).
• Previous experience in the educational setting.
• 5 years experience required, preferably as administrative support in an academic setting.
• Strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple tasks and changing priorities.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Experience working in deadline-driven environments.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office products.
• Bachelors’ Degree preferred, high school diploma required.