[Hiring] Instructional Assistant II Special Education @Crook County School District

Role Description

Will work daily in the classroom serving students virtually.

• Location: Barnes Butte Elementary
• Start Date: October 12, 2026
• Days & Hours: 7 hours per day; 180 days (will prorate for 26/27 SY)
• Application Deadline: 4:00 pm, October 8, 2026

Under direct supervision, the Instructional Assistant provides supported education services in classrooms, resource centers, or other school-related areas. The responsibilities include:

• In and out of class supervision of students.
• Small group and one-on-one instruction of students.
• General assistance to the teacher.
• Works independently after becoming familiar with the instructional needs of the special needs students.
• Seeks clarification from the teacher for new or unusual situations.
• Works on a daily basis with disabled students who require special attention.
• Works under the supervision of a special education teacher and/or administrator.
• Duties may include participating in physical management.

Qualifications

• Two years of post-secondary study, or
• An Associate's Degree, or
• A passing score on a state or local academic assessment that measures knowledge of and the ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics.
• High school diploma or the equivalent.
• A minimum of two years of school-related experience preferable.
• Demonstrate a strong ability to relate well to students, staff, and public.
• Accurately transfer, record, and convey information.
• Communicate clearly and appropriately both in oral and written form in accordance with educational standards.
• Adhere to the federal requirements of a drug-free workplace.
• Basic knowledge of school rules and procedures.
• Basic knowledge of computer technology and other equipment used in the workplace, as required by the position.
• Knowledge of clerical skills such as typing, operating office machines, and organizing files.
• Familiarity with test scoring and recording.

Requirements

• Length of Work Year: Days to be assigned.
• Length of Work Day: To be assigned.
• Possess the physical ability to regularly attend work and fulfill the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Lifting may be required.
• Work with students having a variety of handicapping conditions in large or small groups or 1:1.
• Supervise students across a variety of learning environments both indoors and outdoors.
• May be required to deal with bodily fluid spills.
• May be required to remove clothing soiled by human waste.
• May be required to assist in cleaning students.
• Work requires standing and moving rapidly for prolonged periods of time.
• Works closely with students and can be physically and emotionally demanding.

Benefits

• All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment drug screening, which includes testing for THC/marijuana in accordance with policy and federal law.