Sawyer Elementary Special Education Educational Associate

Overview

Sawyer Elementary Special Education Educational Associate positions for the  school year. Full-time positions are benefits-eligible.

Under the supervision of an administrator and a special education teacher, assists the teacher in the education of students, including instructional assistance, behavior management, record keeping, classroom safety, security and organization, and interaction and communication with students and staff. Provides direct and indirect educationally related services to disabled students and supports the development of a positive learning environment to facilitate the personal, social, and intellectual growth of students.

Monday–Friday, 7:15 am–3:15 pm, 9.5-month position

• Assists students in interpreting and following the teacher's directions.
• Assists students with classroom assignments during independent work time and/or workstations.
• Works with individual students or groups of students to reinforce learning of material or skills prepared by the teacher.
• Accompanies and assists students in integrated classes, recess, and lunch.
• Assists classroom teachers with the collection and preparation of materials needed for lessons.
• Assists the teacher with student record keeping/daily documentation.
• Supervises and enforces building/individual discipline procedures in all educational settings both in and out of school according to the supervisor's directions.
• Assists with medical, health, and/or behavior-related needs of students as instructed by the administrator, teacher, or nurse.
• Administers medication and first aid as identified.
• Assists in all aspects of personal hygiene.
• Corrects assignments, data collection and entry; maintains records, copying, and clerical tasks as assigned.
• Participates in professional development as requested by the administration.
• Alerts the principal or teacher to any problem and special information about an individual student.
• Interacts effectively with students, co-workers, parents, staff, and administration.
• Maintains a high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality of student information as expected in an educational setting.
• Daily attendance and punctuality are required to meet the district mission.
• Attends work on a consistent and punctual basis.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• High School Diploma or equivalent

• Basic understanding of the needs of children
• Ability to relate effectively to children of all ages and with different academic and behavioral needs
• Patience and compassion and a caring, helpful relationship with children
• Basic computer skills including word processing (e.g., Google Docs), internet use, and email
• Professional written and oral communication skills, including active listening
• Ability to physically lift up to 50 lbs
• Ability to bend, lift, sit on the floor, run short distances, and assist physically active students
• Emotional maturity and stability for the specialized work involved
• Initiative and the ability to anticipate and respond to problems
• Ability to take directions, work with minimal supervision, and follow policies and practices

• Health/Dental/Vision Insurance (full-time)
• Life Insurance (full-time)
• Long-Term Disability Insurance (full-time)
• Paid Time Off
• IPERS Retirement

Pay Rate: Level 2 Educational Associate: $16.20 per hour. Level 3 Educational Associate: $17.80 per hour.

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Ames CSD is an E-Verify employer. The Ames CSD is an EEO/AA employer.