Instructional Assistant, Life Skills Pool - Part Time

• Position Type:
  Classified
• Hours/FTE: 3.5 hrs daily/0.4375 FTE
• Salary: $20.89-$27.05/hour
• FLSA:
  Non-Exempt
• Contract Status:
  Regular/Probationary
• Start Date:
  
  M mutually agreed upon hire
• Calendar: 182 days to187 days depending on school calendar

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision insurance, paid leaves and holidays, Public Employee Retirement (PERS). Full description of benefits available in LESD-LCEA Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Notes: Attached and below is full job description.

LANE EDUCATION SERVICE DISTRICT

DEPARTMENT/SERVICE AREA: Special Education Services

REPORTS TO: Program Administrator, Special Education

FLSA STATUS/CLASSIFICATION: Non-exempt, Classified

SALARY PLACEMENT: Instructional Assistant Salary Schedule

This position provides instructional, behavioral, and individualized support to students under the direction of a licensed teacher and in accordance with applicable state and federal requirements and District policies and procedures. The position supports the implementation of instructional and behavior support plans designed to meet the individual needs of students with moderate to severe disabilities, including development of functional, communication, social, and independent living skills.

As a member of the educational team, the position supports students in developing greater independence and participation in school and community activities and assists with identified personal care, health, and daily living needs according to established instructions, protocols, and student plans.

• Assisting the classroom teacher with the planning and implementation of instructional activities, including strategies for reinforcing instructional material and skills.
• Implementing instructional strategies and activities under the direction of the classroom teacher to support student skill development, independence, and participation.
• Supporting students in developing functional, communication, social, and independent living skills.
• Supporting student participation and integration in school and community activities as appropriate to the student's educational program.
• Preparing and organizing instructional materials and other resources to support teaching and learning.
• Collecting student data as directed by the classroom teacher.
• Communicating with the classroom teacher regarding student performance, progress, and assessment activities.

• Implementing behavior support plans using strategies and techniques identified in the student's plan and as directed by the classroom teacher or other appropriate staff.
• Supporting classroom management practices in accordance with District policies and established classroom procedures.
• Establishing and maintaining appropriate professional relationships and boundaries with students.
• Supporting students in developing appropriate behavioral, social, and interpersonal skills.

• Providing assistance with identified activities of daily living and personal care needs, including toileting, feeding, and other assigned personal care activities, according to student plans, established procedures, and staff direction.
• Supporting identified health-related needs, including medication administration or other health procedures, when assigned and in accordance with established instructions, protocols, and required training.
• Implementing assigned supports or activities related to student therapy or other specialized services as directed by the appropriate professional and in accordance with established plans and procedures.
• Supporting students in developing greater independence in daily routines and functional activities.

• Supervising students in school and community settings in accordance with established procedures to support student and staff safety.
• Following established safety procedures and responding appropriately to student behavioral, health, and safety needs.
• Maintaining confidentiality regarding student and staff information in accordance with applicable law and District policy.

• Working cooperatively as a member of the school and educational team.
• Completing assigned responsibilities in accordance with District policies, procedures, and applicable requirements.
• Maintaining regular attendance.
• Performing other duties as…