Classroom Assistant

JOB LOCATION:

This position will work in the CSIU's Chief Shikellamy Autistic Support program located in the Shikellamy School District region.

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIP:
The Classroom Assistant is responsible to the classroom teacher and reports directly to the program supervisor and in their absence to the Director of Special Education and Alternative Placement.

JOB DEFINITION:
The Classroom Assistant is employed to assist the Special Education Teacher(s) in teacher-supervised instructional and non-instructional tasks. The person occupying the position takes direction from the assigned teacher. This is a non-tenured position and is subject to annual review. The Classroom Assistant is responsible for the efficient performance of assigned activities, including those described below.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

* Performs instructional and non-instructional activities as assigned by the teacher and program supervisor.

* Supervises pupils in the school and the community, as assigned.

* Utilizes positive behavior support strategies to effectively manage student behavior.

* Demonstrates the ability to work as part of a team.

* Displays competence and good judgment in dealing with any physical and/or medical emergency which might arise.

* Maintain updated records and complete paperwork, including progress monitoring, in order to successfully operate the program.

* Demonstrates ability to utilize technology.

* Collaborates with the Individualized Education Plan (IEP) team to assist in developing an educational program that will be directed toward the development of academic, communication and social/emotional skills.

* Keep the classroom teacher informed of any problems and/or needs of each family and child. Utilize support staff for teaching and programmatic concerns/needs.

* Attend and be punctual for staff meetings; notifying the classroom teacher and program supervisor if unable to attend.

* Adheres to Federal, State, IU, District and other applicable procedures, policies, and regulations.

NON
- ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Performs other duties as assigned by the program supervisor or designee.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND

SKILLS REQUIRED:

* A high school diploma or equivalent General Education Diploma (GED) is required.

* The attainment of the Special Education Competency Assessment checklist (as approved by the immediate supervisor) within the first 90 working days of initial employment start date is required to remain in this position.

* A Registered Behavioral Technician certification is preferred but will be required if serving in a RBT capacity.

* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

* Ability to be flexible in adapting to various student schedules and the ability to adapt to various student behavioral needs are required.

* Ability to accept great cultural diversity, flexibility to accommodate a changing caseload.

* Ability to cope with stressful situations and a professional attitude are required.

* Maintain confidentiality regarding education programs, students and parents at all times adhering to the Federal Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) requirements to protect staff and student data.

* Must have ability to communicate and work effectively with colleagues, co-workers, community agency personnel, and students/trainees.

* Requires the ability to develop and maintain positive and collaborative relationships using tact and diplomacy and to remain calm in unpredictable situations.

* Must be flexible in adapting to student needs and various teaching styles.

ADDITIONAL ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS:

* Current, approved Act 34 (PA State Police), Act 151 (PA Child Abuse Registry) and Act 114-FBI Fingerprint clearances are required and must be renewed at appropriate, specific intervals pursuant to Act 153 of 2014 (revised Act 15 of 2015).

* Current, approved Act 126 Mandated Reporter Training certificate showing completion of a minimum of three (3) hours training every five (5) years.

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT REQUIREMENTS:

* Training in CPR and First Aid are required and subject to recertification.

* Must complete 20 hours of staff development activities related to the assignment each…