Communication Aide - Special Education; Anticipated

The Communication Aide
- Special Education is a vital and supportive member of the PCSD team, working collaboratively with educators, support staff, and administration to achieve the shared goal of ensuring all students receive the education they need to succeed both today and tomorrow. This role is performed within a school environment, overseen by the school principal, where teamwork and dedication to student success are paramount.

All staff are expected to fully adhere to the ethical standards set forth by the Georgia Professional Standards Commission, continuously demonstrating a strong understanding of the tasks and responsibilities their roles require. Moreover, they must embody the core belief that every action we take is driven by a commitment to the best interests of our students.

• Position Title:
  
  Communications Aide
• Salary
  
  Schedule:
  
  PARA plus supplement
• Department:
  Exceptional Students Educational Program
• Job Code: 480
• Reports To:
  
  Principal, SLP Lead, SLP Coordinator
• Work Schedule:
  
  190 Days/8 hours per day
• Grade/Level: N/A
• FLSA:
  Exempt:
  No
• Primary Function:
  Facilitates development of communication skills under the supervision of a certified SLP

• Classroom environment
• Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard
• Hearing and speaking to exchange information in person and on the telephone
• Seeing to read a variety of materials
• Sitting for extended periods of time
• Bending at the waist, kneeling, or crouching to file materials

• Bachelor's Degree in Communication Disorders or Speech Pathology required
• Paraprofessional certification will be required

The Board of Education and the Superintendent may accept alternatives to some of the above requirements.

• Demonstrates prompt and regular attendance
• Conducts speech/language therapy sessions according to schedule
• Notifies staff in a timely manner of any changes to schedule
• Reports and maintains student attendance and data to assess progress
• Complies with Federal, State and System regulations regarding due process
• Refers to other agencies and/or personnel when appropriate
• Investigates and uses new strategies for delivering student services
• Participates in professional learning opportunities provided
• Attends scheduled departmental meetings
• Participates with school administrators/coordinators for effective planning, coordination, and implementation of speech-language program into total educational system
• Participates in RTI process at local school level
• Reports information required for local, state, and federal programs
• Maintains confidentiality of student and student records
• Adheres to legal statutes, organizational rules, and community standards
• Maintains successful working relationships with co-workers
• Functions as a team worker
• Manifests emotional stability and maturity in all phases of job performance
• Gets along positively with staff, supervisors, and visitors
• Treats confidential information and sensitive situations with discretion and avoids gossip
• Meets obligations with punctuality and maintains regular attendance
• Works without constant direction
• Communicates effectively both orally and in writing
• Seeks to improve skills and knowledge
• Uses time efficiently
• Maintains effective physical setting for optimum job performance
• Presents a professional image when representing Paulding County Schools through word, action and dress
• Proven ability to utilize appropriate procedures for student's safety and welfare
• Provides therapy per IEPs under the directions of the SLP
• Reviews plans and schedules with the SLP on a regular basis
• Manages the learning environment
• Proven ability to utilize appropriate procedures for student's safety and welfare
• Performs other duties as assigned by Superintendent or designee

Applicants will be selected for interview.

Please do not contact local schools.

• It is the policy of the Paulding County School District not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, or disability in any employment practice, educational program, or any other program, activity, or service.
• Vacancies posted for a minimum of ten (10) calendar days.
  
  Emergency vacancies posted for a minimum of five (5) calendar days.
• The Paulding County School District uses the E-Verify system to verify eligibility for employment in the United States.