IASE TO SUBSTITUTE ROLL UP

OVERVIEW

To assist in ensuring continuity and consistency in self-contained special education classrooms, special education instructional assistants (IAs) assigned to these settings may serve as substitute teachers when the regular classroom teacher is not available.

PROCEDURE & BEST PRACTICES

This option may be implemented under the following conditions:

• The IA must be assigned to a self-contained classroom (integrated services, regional, or early childhood special education (ECSE)).

• The IA must voluntarily opt in to serve in the substitute teacher role and complete this Interest Form.

• The principal must support/agree to the IA’s participation in this capacity. A form, requesting confirmation will be sent to the principal via email.

• The IA must successfully complete required training and pass a designated assessment.

• Upon approval, the principal and the IA will receive notice that they have been approved to serve as a substitute along with instructions for entering assignments into SmartFind.

• The IA may serve as the substitute teacher no more than 5 consecutive days.

When the IA assumes substitute teaching duties, a separate substitute may be assigned to fulfill the IA’s regular responsibilities to ensure instructional coverage.

IAs who have received previous approval are not required to reapply.

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