Job Title: Special Education – Educational Assistant
Department: Special Education (Locations: Resource, Life Skills, Functional Life Skills, Structured Therapeutic Educational Program, Community Transition Program, includes Student Specific (1:1) positions)
Classification: Classified, IIC
Reports to: Principal and Teacher(s) Assigned
Schedule: 7.5 hours per day / 24-25 Educational Assistant Calendar
Job Summary: 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). Support inclusion of students with disabilities to access general education settings and peers.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Prior experience in working with students
• Bilingual (The district’s top languages are Spanish, Russian, Chinese, Vietnamese, Arabic, and Somali)
• Knowledge of English usage, spelling, mathematics, and a basic understanding of subjects and conditions in which the Educational Assistant is to provide
• Type with accuracy, using a word processing program on the computer, as well as office machines and audio-visual equipment as
• Knowledge of classroom practices and procedures and school operations and
• Ability to project a pleasant manner and relate well to students and their requests for
• Flexibility and patience in supervising and instructing students with a variety of skill
• An understanding of and empathy for students with special needs and familiarity with techniques for instruction and assistance.
• Ability to plan and organize materials for use in instruction.
• Ability to work harmoniously with others and to communicate appropriately and effectively, both verbally and in writing, with students, parents, and staff.
• Ability to maintain a high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality of information about students and staff.
• Ability to complete and demonstrate competency from specialized training sessions by professionals (RN, Physical Therapist, Nutritionist, Speech Pathologist, Occupational Therapist, Behavioral Interventionist, Assistive Technologist).
• Maintain certification in district-required trainings such as Crisis Intervention, Medication Administration, First Aid/CPR, and other certifications specific to the job assignment.
  Physical 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: Must have HS diploma or equivalent or willingness to obtain within 12 months. Must have the equivalent of 2 years of college(AA or 60 credits), or have passed the Work Keys (score of 4 or greater on all three assessments) or PARA Pro Test or willingness to obtain within 12 months.
  Multicultural and/or bilingual candidates preferred

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