Educational Assistant III (Special Education - MAPS PLUS) - Full-Time

Educational Assistant III
- Full-Time (Special Education MAPS PLUS)

Position:
Educational Assistant III
- Full-Time (Special Education MAPS PLUS)

Hours:

7.5 hours per day Building:
Crater High School Calendar: 184 days per year (August
- June) Compensation and Benefits: $20.63 - $24.80, depending upon approved accepted experience Longevity pay after completion of 6 years of employment Annual COLA pay increase (as negotiated with Oregon School Employees Association) Annual step pay increase awarded to eligible employees 8 paid holidays annually 10 paid sick leave days per year 2 paid personal leave days per year 5 paid bereavement leave days per year, per occurrence Up to $2,193.

per month district-paid contribution toward full-family medical, dental and vision insurance (for full-time employees) $500. per month opt-out stipend for employees who demonstrate other health insurance coverage under a qualifying employer sponsored group medical plan (for full-time employees) Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 6% district-paid contribution towards Oregon Public Employees Retirement System $60. per month employer match into a tax sheltered annuity when employee contributes $35.

per month

The Educational Assistant III (MAPS+) assists in the delivery of instructional programs by helping the MAPS+ teacher in implementing classroom activities, assessing student progress, and reinforcing instruction by leading small groups and individuals in supplementary exercises. The Educational Assistant III (MAPS+) also provides intensive support to special needs students in the MAPS+ classroom, including hands-on guidance in developing essential life skills, and specialized support for students who are unable to assist themselves.

Principal or Assistant Principal Indirectly

Reports to:

MAPS+ Classroom Teacher or Building Secretary

Performs work of a variable nature in accordance with procedures and guidelines and under the specific direction of a Teacher. Follows established classroom procedures, school procedures, and District, state, and federal regulations. Supervision Received:
Continuous supervision while in the classroom and general supervision when outside the classroom. Supervision Exercised:
No direct supervision exercised. Interface:
Primarily interfaces with students and other school personnel. At times interfaces with parents/families of students and/or medical professionals from within or outside the school.

Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent. (This provision may be waived by the school district.) Must have one of the following:
Associate's degree from an accredited institution Completion of two years of post-high school study Passing score on the District's assessment of reading, writing, and math skills General knowledge of English language arts and mathematics Completion of student restraint training within 30 days of hire Willingness to participate in training and certification (e.g., CPI, First Aid, Ukeru, epipen) Must pass a criminal background check Basic computer skills for data entry, documentation, and communication.

Provides assistance to students with a range of critical functions, including toileting, feeding, implementing necessary medical protocols, specialized therapies, and behavioral interventions.

Assists in implementing classroom learning exercises planned by the MAPS+ Teacher. Works directly with special needs students to provide transition programs, adaptive strategies, life-skills practice, and remedial work. Assists in providing for the nutritional, health, and communications needs of special needs students. Assists in the physical management of special needs MAPS+ students, including lifting, moving, positioning, and restraining. Assists special needs MAPS+ students with essential bodily functions, including feeding, toileting, diapering, and catheterizing, as well as implementing medical protocols.

Escorts and supervises special needs students in various non-classroom settings. Oversees group activity in the classroom, including supervision…