Special Education Preschool Assistant

Position Purpose

Working under the supervision of teachers and are a viable part of the total instructional program. The services performed by the teacher aide/assistant include instructional, clerical, supervisory, and behavior management duties. The overall role of the teacher aide/assistant is to provide support services to the classroom teacher. Aides/assistants are expected to implement programming as directed by classroom teachers, administrators, or the Case Conference Committee.

Teacher aides are expected to follow the Bylaws and Policies of Special Education, their assigned school, and the school corporation in which their classroom is located.

• Work effectively in the preschool classroom for student success
• Be receptive to guidance on job responsibilities from the Preschool teacher and Special Education Teachers
• Work in a positive and calming manner with students
• Work in a professional manner with all staff and as a team member
• Be punctual in attendance
• Report any absences to the building administrators and preschool teacher
• Communicate with the preschool teacher regarding pertinent information in regards to students
• Document behavior, as directed by the teacher
• Maintain confidentiality on all special education students
• Respect that communication to parents must come via teacher of record.
• Other duties as assigned.

Use standard office equipment such as personal computers, printer, copier and fax machines, calculator, and telephone.

Travel to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.

$15.75 per hour + .75 cent differential

6.5 hours per day

182 days per year

• Willingness to help special needs children.
• Effective human relations skills that include a calm, patient personality.

Seldom = Less than 25% Occasional = 26 to 50% Often = 51 to 75% Very Frequent = Greater than 75%

Percentage of Time

Ability to stand for extended periods of time. Very Frequent

Ability to lift 25 pounds. Very Frequent

Ability to carry 25 pounds. Very Frequent

Ability to work at a desk, conference table or in meetings of various configurations. Very Frequent

Ability to see for the purpose of reading laws and codes, rules and policies and other printed matter. Very Frequent

Ability to communicate so others will be able to clearly understand a normal conversation. Very Frequent

Ability to reach in all directions. Very Frequent

• N/A

• High school diploma or GED.

• Previous experience is preferred.

Non-Exempt