| Job Description |
• Adheres to the daily schedule and assignments.
• Assists the teacher with transported students in getting them on and off the bus safely at the school site.
• Assists students in any personal hygiene needs (e.g., toileting, diapering, laundering, bathing, and dressing) as directed by the teacher.
• Lifts/carries/positions students in the classroom, in therapy, and in other areas, as trained.
• Prepares meals, including blending, chopping, etc., of food and feed students, as needed as directed by the teacher.
• Assists students with first aid, as needed.
• Performs duties related to the use of medical equipment and implementation of procedures needed by students (e.g., tube feeding, catheterizations, etc.) as trained.
• Provides for the care, well-being and supervision of students with disabilities under the direction of the teacher.
• Positions students in and out of wheelchairs and other medical equipment, as trained.
• Reports all necessary student information to teachers.
• Participates in in-service and professional development activities.
• Establishes and maintains positive, professional communication among students, staff and parents, as applicable, per the direction of the instructor under the direction of the teacher.
• Assists with the implementation of the classroom management system under the direction of the teacher.
• Assists with the implementation and use of sign language or augmented communication systems
• related to the student's communication needs under the direction of the teacher.
• Implements instructional activities such as reading out loud, small group subject lessons, art activities, music activities, cooking, etc. under the direction of the teacher.
• Performs light custodial duties that relate to the safety and hygiene in the classroom and other
• environments accessed by the student under the direction of the teacher.
• Assists students with community-based instruction and training, both on and off campus under the direction of the teacher.
• Supervises student behavior using positive behavior supports and interventions in the classroom,
• lunchroom, on school grounds, and at off-campus activities under the direction of the teacher.
• Participates in parent involvement activities that may include conferences under the direction of the teacher.
• Performs any other duties as assigned.
Adaptability:
• Adapts to changes in the work environment.
• Manages competing demands.
• Accepts criticism and feedback.
• Changes approach or method to best fit the situation.
Cooperation:
• Establishes and maintains effective relations.
• Exhibits tact and consideration.
• Displays positive outlook and pleasant manner.
• Offers assistance and support to co-workers.
• Works cooperatively in group situations.
• Works actively to resolve conflicts.
Dependability:
• Responds to requests for service and assistance.
• Follows instructions and
• responds to management direction.
• Takes responsibility for own actions.
• Meets attendance and
• punctuality guidelines.
Job Knowledge:
• Competent in required job skills and knowledge.
• Exhibits ability to learn and apply new skills.
• Keeps abreast of current developments.
• Requires minimal supervision.
• Displays understanding of how job relates to others. Uses resources effectively.
Safety & Security:
• Observes safety and security procedures.
• Determines appropriate action
• beyond guidelines. Uses equipment and materials properly. Reports potentially unsafe
• conditions.
QUALIFICATIONS:
• The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or
• ability required to perform this job successfully.
Education:
High school diploma, vocational, GED. Degree or formal training in related field such
as child care, or prior experience in education preferred.
Experience:
One (1) year of increasingly responsible experience in education, child care, or
related field preferred.
Language Skills:
• Reads and comprehends simple instructions, short correspondence, and
• memos.
• Writes simple correspondence.
• Effectively presents information in one-on-one and
• small group situations.
Mathematical Skills:
Adds and subtracts two digit numbers and multiplies and divides with 10s
and 100s. Performs these operations using units of American money and weight measurement,
volume, and distance.
Reasoning Ability:
• Applies understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral
• instructions.
• Deals with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
Computer Skills:
Microsoft Office.
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