Job Description
Job Summary: To assist and supervise assigned special education students instructionally, behaviorally and physically in the general mainstream program, working with individuals and/or small groups; to play a supportive role in assessing the progress and needs of assigned students, and participate in developing and modifying individualized instructional programs. Assigned students may include students on the spectrum of autism, multi-handicapped students, emotionally and behaviorally challenged students, as well as other students on Individual Educational Programs, 504 Plans and Act 230 Plans. Essential Job Functions: -Adapt general classroom material/methods as appropriate to meet the needs of students, in consultation with classroom and/or special education teacher. -Participate in various community activities and field trips with students. Assist in the administration of informal assessments to determine student progress and/or level of achievement. -Assist in developing, compiling and organizing instructional materials, under the direction of the classroom teacher or special educator. -Play a supportive role in evaluating student progress, problems and needs. Participate in developing formats for student instruction and teaching strategies, and other activities as assigned. Conduct task analysis and data collection on student performance. -Assist students as required with toileting, self-care, eating, wheelchair transport and transfer. Check and adjust hearing aids, and other duties as assigned. -Maintain working files, record grades and gather and record a variety of data related to student performance, progress and behavior. Make photocopies, order supplies, and perform related office work. -Participate in team meetings upon request to assist in developing student plans, and assessing and evaluating student needs and progress. Confer with teachers, parents and administrators as appropriate concerning various matters pertaining to the students. -Administer first aid and CPR if necessary. Assist students physically as required. Such could include implementing non-aversive restraint techniques in accordance with established protocols as necessary. -Attend and participate in all relevant training sessions, meetings and professional growth activities as requested and/or required. -Assist with the transportation of assigned students as requested. Process routine communications, such as parent logs, permission slips, meeting reminders, staff meeting notices, and the like. -Implement instructional and behavioral programs for students, under the general direction of classroom and/or special education teachers. This includes working with students, both individually and in small groups, in a variety of academic areas and life skills. -Implement and practice behavior management/modification plans and programs for and with students. Assist and/or instruct students in basic life skills, such as general behavior, dressing/undressing for outdoors, toileting, care of belongings, insertion and adjust of hearing aids and use of other special equipment, and other areas as assigned. -Supervise student(s) when teacher is absent from the room. -Other related duties as assigned. Supervision Received: Direct to moderate technical supervision is received from a classroom or special education teacher. General supervision is received from the school principal or director of special education services. Performs many duties independently. Supervisory Responsibilities: No formal supervisory duties. May train, assist and occasionally direct junior co-workers and parent volunteers, but generally works along with those persons. Other Duties: Other duties assigned byPROFESSIONAL EXPECTATIONS: Interpersonal Skills. Effectively works with others, including those with opinions or beliefs different from their own. Interacts with others in a friendly, tactful and positive manner. Treats others with dignity and respect. Builds constructive and supportive relationships with peers. Helps to create an inclusive work environment. Attempts to understand others points of view and is open to new ideas. Team Player. Contributes to building a positive team spirit. Proven ability to work cooperatively and effectively as part of a team. Ability to work cooperatively and effectively with peers, subordinates, supervisors, parents, and outside agencies.Organizational/Planning Skills. Strong organizational skills that reflect the ability to prioritize multiple tasks seamlessly with excellent accuracy & attention to detail.Flexibility/Adaptable: High degree of personal adaptability and flexibility; open to and embraces change towards the improvement of the systems. Open to new ideas and tasks without resistance; able to deal with new situations well. Versatile and capable of handling diverse assignments. Able to effect