Job Title. SPED Instructional Assistant I (SPED IA I). Education. Targeted job-related education that meets the organization’s requirements. Department/Group. Student Supports - Special Education. Certificates & Licenses. Must have two years of college credit (48 semester credit hours from an accredited university, excluding remedial courses). an Associate’s Degree from an accredited university. or a passing score on the Para-Pro exam. Must have ...