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Form of workJob Title: Special Education - Educational AssistantDepartment: Special EducationClassification: Classified, IIA Reports to: Principal and Teacher(s) AssignedSchedule: 7.5 hours per day / 23-24 School Year Calendar Job Summary: Support inclusion of students with disabilities to access general education settings and peers. Provide instructional assistance to students under the direct supervision of a certified teacher. Assist in preparing, conducting, and managing of classroom activities.
Assist students by providing help with educational, health, or language needs (depending on the assignment). Essential Job Functions:Assist the teacher in the instruction and support of students at varying levels of needInstruct students in groups or individuallyAssist the teacher in monitoring and documenting the progress of studentsProvide input to the teacher on planning lessons and evaluating resultsPerform other tasks to assist the teacher, such as grading papers, preparing teaching materialsIf you are assigned a student with special needs, duties may include providing for students' personal care needs (i.e. transitions, sensory breaks, wheelchair transition, bathroom needs, recording medical and personal care needs, physical movement and lifting of students, )If bathroom needs/toileting duties are performed, the employee is entitled to a 4% hygiene stipend.If you have bilingual skills, duties may include providing oral and/or written interpretation and translation for students and their families.Assist in supervision of students in the classroom as well as other settings, such as the cafeteria and/or playgroundWork effectively with and respond to people from diverse cultures or backgrounds.Perform other duties, as assignedQualifications:Prior experience in working with students recommendedBilingual preferred (The district's top languages are Spanish, Russian, Chinese, Vietnamese and Somali)Knowledge of English usage, spelling, mathematics, and a basic understanding of subjects and conditions in which the Educational Assistant is to provide assistanceKnowledge of classroom practices and procedures and school operations and personnelAbility to project a pleasant manner and relate well to students and their requests for assistanceFlexibility and patience in supervising and instructing students with a variety of skill levelsAbility to plan and organize materials for use in instructionAbility to work harmoniously with others and to communicate appropriately and effectively, both orally and in writing, with students, parents, and staffAbility to maintain a high level of ethical behavior, which includes positive attendance record, and confidentiality of information about students and staffPhysical Demands: Moderate to high degree of physical stamina, with frequent lifting of up to 10 pounds and the possibility of lifting in excess of 50 pounds required in the physical assistance of students with special needs.
Ability to move freely to various locations within the classroom and other supervisory settings (cafeteria/school grounds). Frequent standing, walking, sitting, and bending. Exposure to noise and activity of a school setting.
Exposure to outdoor weather conditions. Work with frequent interruptions and maintain emotional control under stress. Use standard office equipment including computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipment.
Education and Training Required: High School diploma or equivalent required; two-years of college or associate's degree preferred. Multicultural and/or bilingual candidates preferred.
