Instructional Assistant

INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANT

The Westview School seeks a motivated instructional assistant to work under the supervision of a certified teacher to provide instructional support to students with autism spectrum disorder. This individual will support students’ learning and development by applying teaching and learning strategies.   

• High school diploma required; Associate degree preferred
• Previous experience working with children with special needs preferred

• Support the educational experiences of students with autism.
• Reinforce lessons by reviewing material one-on-one and in small groups with students.
• Support learning by implementing instructional strategies such as scaffolding, modeling, prompting, checking for understanding, and questioning.
• Provide opportunities for students to engage in and practice communication and social language skills.
• Serve as a guide in instructing students on proper classroom behavior.
• Support behavior by implementing proactive techniques (e.g., Nurtured Heart, Responsive Classrooms).
• Supervise students during lunch, restroom breaks, and ancillary classes, as well as in between classes or on field trips.
• Supervise students on the playground by being actively involved with them (e.g., overseeing play, ensuring students are involved with each other).
• Assist students who need additional help learning a specific concept.
• Assist the teacher in preparing instructional materials and gathering resources.
• Help maintain a neat and orderly classroom.
• Help the teacher to keep administrative records and prepare required reports.
• Lead class instruction when the teacher is absent.
• Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers.
• Keep the teacher informed of special needs or problems of individual students.
• Participate in staff development programs to support student learning.
• Participate in faculty meetings and special events as assigned.
• Follow the teacher’s directives.

The Westview School is the premier school for children with autism in the greater Houston area. The mission of The Westview School is to provide a unique, specialized, and nurturing learning environment offering outstanding educational and social opportunities for children on the autism spectrum.  

The vision of The Westview School is to provide a learning environment that is sensitive to the social, emotional, and academic needs of children with autism to ensure that they have opportunities to reach their full potential.  ​

The Westview School believes that when children with autism are educated in a nurturing and supportive environment, they learn, grow, and develop a strong sense of self and an appreciation for others.     

To apply, send resume and letter of interest electronically to Candi Pettit at cpettit@westviewschool.org.