Instructional Support, (ESE) - Cypress… at SchoolSpring · Fort Myers

Summary: The School District of Lee County is seeking an Instructional Support employee to assist with instructional activities for students at Cypress Lake High School. The role supports individualized and small-group instruction, reinforces learning and behavior, assists with IEP implementation, and performs related student-support, clerical, and monitoring duties.

Responsibilities:
- Assist in the instructional process by working with students individually or in small groups, supplementing regular instruction and implementing teacher-developed lesson plans under the direct supervision of an instructional staff member
- Assist in the preparation, organization, and use of instructional aids, materials, and technology as directed
- Work with the teacher to reinforce positive learning and behavior patterns among students
- Assist students in the development of study skills necessary for learning and in the achievement of instructional objectives
- Support parental involvement activities
- Demonstrate understanding and respect of individual student’s culture and interests
- Maintain confidentiality and comply with laws and policies concerning confidentiality of student information
- Perform related clerical and recordkeeping duties as directed
- Adhere to safety procedures
- Provide support in a computer laboratory, library/media center, and/or other learning facilities when appropriate
- Assist in implementation of a student’s Individual Education Plan (IEP)
- Act as a translator if able and as appropriate
- Monitor student behavior/activity in the cafeteria and other campus locations with the support of administrators and/or teachers
- Perform Medicaid administrative claims reimbursable activities as directed in accordance with Chapter 3 of the federally approved School District Administrative Claiming (SDAC) Guide

Required Qualifications:
- High School diploma or equivalent and passing score on ParaPro Exam
- Completion of 60 credit hours or an Associate's degree from an accredited institution
- Relevant work experience or education may be substituted to satisfy minimum qualifications
- Clear and concise oral and written communication skills; organizational and management skills
- Knowledge of general policies and procedures for the functional area of assignment
- Knowledge of HIPAA, Public Records, Sunshine Law, FERPA, and other laws/regulations related to student and employee privacy, public information, and records retention
- Knowledge of and experience with industry-standard equipment, materials, practices, computers, and applications
- Ability to professionally and effectively respond to customer needs and requests for service or assistance

Preferred Qualifications:
- Associate's degree
- One (1) year of related experience

Required Skills: ParaPro Assessment, HIPAA, Public Records Law, Sunshine Law, FERPA, Records Retention, Oral and Written Communication