JOB SUMMARY Under the guidance and direction of the classroom teacher, the Instructional Assistant assists the teacher in implementing the daily educational program for students with disabilities. QUALIFICATIONS
- High School Diploma
- ODE License for Educational Aide
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Assist the classroom teacher in implementing the educational program for students with disabilities in accordance with their IEP; assist the classroom teacher in adapting curriculum and instructional strategies to the needs of individual students
- Maintain clear and complete communication with teacher of record to ensure effective implementation of the student's educational plan
- Assist teacher with documentation requirements including collecting data to monitor student progress
- Assist students in completing tasks related to the educational program
- Assist classroom teacher with classroom management
- Assist students with behavior management skills
- Assist with crisis intervention when needed
- Assist teacher and students with tasks related to daily activities (e.g. lunch and/or recess duty, helping load and unload buses,
- Supervise students during short-term absences of teacher from the classroom or in non-classroom settings (e.g. restrooms, cafeterias, corridors)
- Assist teacher with routine clerical tasks and maintenance of classroom
- Maintain accurate and complete student records; prepare and submit all required reports on time.
- Assist in lifting and positioning students, diapering, changing clothes, feeding, G-tube feeding, and other care giving activities as needed.
SALARY Based on salary schedule and/or commensurate with experience and education See job description on website for full position details.