KMS Educational Aide

General Responsibilities

Assist teachers in the instruction and supervision of students with disabilities, including those with physical, cognitive, emotional, and/or behavioral needs.

• Maintain confidentiality at work and outside of work
• Continually work toward/support student(s) developing independence
• Assist and supervise arrival and departure of student(s) as directed by the intervention specialist
• Assist and supervise student(s) in any instructional setting, including but not limited to: general education classroom, resource classroom, lunchroom, playground, restroom, physical education activities, field trips, hallways
• Assist with instruction of student(s) as directed by the intervention specialist using appropriate methods and materials
• Assist in the preparation and/or organization of instructional materials and lessons as directed by the intervention specialist
• When needed, assist student(s) with assignments, tests, homework and record keeping as directed by the intervention specialist
• Assist with collection of data with proper training
• Review and become familiar with students' IEP when applicable
• Assist with student(s) personal hygiene needs, health needs, and/or non-medical procedures as directed by the Director of Special Education and/or building administrator, with appropriate training
• Position and/or perform one-person lift of student weighing up to 60 lbs. when needed with appropriate training
• Position and/or perform lifting of student(s) with a mechanical lift apparatus with appropriate training
• Be willing to learn and utilize different modalities of communication with student(s)
• Respond and interact with student(s) and adults in a positive, thoughtful, and appropriate manner
• Set a professional image for Kenston Local Schools through the use of interpersonal skills. These skills include, but are not limited to: courteous manners, proper work attire, a positive attitude, and cooperative demeanor
• Perform any other duties as assigned by the Director of Special Education and/or the building administrator that may be necessary for the education of students
• Student assignment may change at any time during the school year.
• The building assignment may change at any time during the school year, and/or annually.