Aide - Spec Ed Specialized Classroom

Overview

Job Title:

Aide-Special Programs Classroom (SCC) Wage/Hour Status:
Non-Exempt

Reports to: Principal Pay Grade: A03A

Dept. /School: As Assigned Days: 187

Supervises:

Primary purpose:
To assist in the implementation of students' IEPs (Individualized Education Plans). This position requires knowledge of current education and instructional theories, methodologies, techniques, and principles, and an understanding of child and adolescent development. The incumbent must be able to manage student behavior, communicate effectively, work as part of a team, organize and maintain records, and manage time and resources efficiently.

The role requires knowledge of state, local, and federal laws and regulations affecting the lives and education of students.

Education/Certification:

• Associate's Degree, 48 semester hours, or Academic Assessment.
• High school diploma or GED from an accredited program
• Ability to meet the No Child Left Behind requirements.
• Maintain CPR/First Aid Certification.

Special Knowledge and Skills:

• Temperament to work with students with disabilities.
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with teachers, students, and administrators.

Experience:

• Experience in working with children.

• Exercise initiative in developing creative activities to supplement and reinforce learning.
• Assist students in transferring to and from different locations, as needed.
• Assist students in self-help needs such as toileting, diapering, feeding and positioning.
• Assist students with coats and other articles of clothing which cannot be managed by students.
• Assist the teacher in creating an atmosphere conducive to learning.
• Assist the teacher in material and classroom maintenance.
• Be familiar with all materials kept in the classroom as well as those brought in.
• Assist the teacher in keeping materials stored in proper places when not in use.
• Be punctual and conduct group activities.
• Support the teacher as the "engineer" of the classroom, recognizing that the teacher exercises authority and is accountable to other school authorities and parents for the instructional program of the room.
• Be subject to transfer or reassignment as necessary.
• Dress attractively and appropriately; ask for clarification of policies as necessary.
• Reproduce material as directed by the teacher.
• Become efficient in the operation of technology in the classroom.
• Fulfill other duties deemed necessary by the supervisor for the wellbeing of students.
• Assist in lifting and positioning of students.
• Assist in duty as assigned by the principal.
• Maintain confidentiality of students' testing, diagnosis, status, and personal problems.
• Be subject to bus monitor assignment.
• Refer parental concerns or staff concerns to the teacher, principal, or special education coordinator.
• Support the classroom teacher in delivery of instruction to the class, individuals or groups of students using methods such as oral presentation, demonstrations, discussions of homework assignments, and answering questions.
• Order equipment and supplies, copy materials, create bulletin boards, take attendance, and assist in coordinating department activities.
• Prepare materials, supplies and equipment for lessons.
• Monitor student behavior inside and outside of the classroom.
• Attend required district hours of staff development.
• Assume other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Executive Director of Special Education.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Maintain emotional control under stress. Frequent district wide and statewide travel; occasional prolonged or irregular hours.

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities of this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required. I have read, understand and attest to the description and funding relating to my daily activities.