• Execute lesson plans written according to IEP goals and state learning objectives, seeking clarification as needed.

• Provide instructional support to students in small group and one on one settings.

• Assist in adapting instructional strategies and materials as directed.

• Implement behavior plans and use prescribed strategies to respond to the individual's behavior.

• Monitor student movement in instructional settings such as hallways, cafeterias, bus loading zones, etc.

• Collect and record data and monitor progress as directed.

• Provide personal care assistance including feeding, bathroom needs, and personal hygiene, if needed.

• Provide information to teachers regarding student daily work and behaviors

• Administer tests according to their Individualized Education Plan accommodations as provided by licensed teacher.

• Support children within the classroom on the appropriate behavior in and out the classroom.

• Collaborate with teachers daily to address any instructional strategies.

• Performs other related duties as assigned.

• Ability to communicate clearly in written and electronic formats; as well as; in-person.

• Ability to use a computer or other electronic devices for the purpose of communication, instruction, data recording, and location of information.

• Ability to collaborate with district staff to identify and solve problems.

• Ability to demonstrate patience and compassion when dealing with students and/or parents and their personal and educational needs.

• Skill in identifying student learning and personal needs and collaborating with supervising teacher to provide needed resources or interventions.

Education and Experience

Requirements

Education: Minimum-Completion of an Associate’s Degree or 48 college credit hours with a passing cumulative GPA.

Experience: Preferred- a minimum of 1 year working with children or adults with special needs or related experience

Interested persons meeting job qualifications should provide a letter of interest, resume’ and completed online application. Application materials may be found at www.graham.k12.nc.us

All qualified internal candidates are invited to apply for the position by submitting a Letter of Intent to: Kim Beasley at Central Office no later than 3 pm on May 22, 2024.

Vacancy posted 5/7/24

Deadline for Application Submissions 5/22/24

Board of Education Candidate Decision 5/28/24

Assume Duties August 2024