Qualifications:High School Diploma or G.E.D. and passed state test or has a minimum of two (2) years of college Willingness and ability to work with students with disabilitiesFirst aid and CPR certification (preferred)Must be willing to obtain restraint and isolation trainingMust be of high moral character, courteous and dependableReports To: Principal, Supervising TeacherSupervises: Assigned students, if applicableJob Goals:To assist the teacher achieve teaching objectives by working with individual students or small groups to help them achieve skill levels commensurate with their abilities. Performance Responsibilities:In person job attendanceServes as the chief source of information and help to any substitute teacher assigned in the absence of the regular teacherAdapts classroom activities, assignments, and/or materials under the direction of the supervising teacherAdapts classroom work in order to provide students with instructional materials that address individualized learning plans within established lesson plansAdministers classroom assignments, tests, homework assignments, make-up work, remedial work, progress monitoring, etc.Administers immediate first aid and medical assistance as instructed by a health care professionalAssists in completing all record keeping requirementsAssists in designing/utilizing appropriate materials for individual students in the general or special education classroomsAssists in instructing children in health and personal habits, such as eating, resting, and toilet habitsAssists in maintaining a safe work and play environmentAssists general and special education teachers in facilitating modifications and/or adaptations in the educational environment, instructional materials and/or equipment for special education studentsAssists students, individually or in small groups, with lesson in order to practice and/or reinforce learning concepts and assist students in reaching academic goals and grade level standardsAssists students, under supervision of special education and/or general education teachers, in working toward meeting IEP objectives and goalsAssists teacher in maintaining a positive, orderly, and academically focused learning condition in the instructional environmentAssumes responsibility for knowing and following the safety rules and proper procedures associated with the responsibilities of the jobAssumes the responsibility of having regular and timely attendanceCollaborates with instructional staff, other school personnel, parents and a variety of community resources for the benefit of and in the best interest of students in the academic areas, athletics, special programs, extra-curricular activities, etc.Communicates with teachers as may be required to assist in evaluating progress and/or implement IEP objectives (where applicable)Discusses assigned duties with classroom teachers to coordinate instructional effortsDresses children and changes diapers, as necessaryEmploys and implements de-escalation/restraint strategiesEmploys special education strategies or techniques during instruction to improve the development of sensory and perceptual-motor skills, language, cognition, or memory as directed by supervising teacherFollows all board policies, school system rules and administrative regulationsFosters cooperative social behavior through activities and group projects to assist students in forming satisfying relationships with other students and adultsImplements IEPs that focus on improving areas of skill deficitsImplements self-care programs, including providing direct assistance to students (e.g., toileting, positioning, lifting feeding, etc.) as needed and under the direction of the supervising teacherImplements, under the supervision of assigned teacher, instructional programs and lesson plansInstructs and monitors students in the use and care of equipment and materials to prevent injuries and damageMaintains a high level of personal integrity and a strong work ethicMaintains classroom equipment, work areas, and manual and electronic files and records to ensure the availability of items, provide written reference; and provide a safe learning environmentMay be required to ride school bus with students to monitor health and safety needs of students, provide medical care of students as needed, monitor the conduct of students, maintain discipline and safety, prevent altercations between students and damage to the bus. Participates in school bus safety drillsMonitors and supervises individual and/or groups of students in a variety of settings (e.g. classroom, playground, field trips, library, cafeteria, bus loading/unloading, etc.)Observe students and/or parents to detect signs of ill health, problem situations, and other concerns that should be reported to the teacherParticipates in and completes required hours of professional learning/trainingPrepares lesson materials, exhibits, equipment, and demonstrationsProvides direct academic and social skills instruction and support within the classroom or in a small groupReports immediately, as required by law or school policy, to the appropriate agency(ies) and/or the principal or other persons designated by the school system, incidents involving unlawful student possession of weapons or drugs or fighting on school propertyReports immediately, as required by law, to the appropriate agency(ies) and the principal or other persons designated by the school system, incidents of actual or suspected child abuse, actual or suspected child sexual abuseResponds promptly and professionally to inquiries from a variety of sources (e.g. teachers, students, parents, administrators, boosters, etc.)Responds to emergency situations and safety concerns as necessary and direct to appropriate personnel for resolutionSupports implementation of a classroom management/discipline and individual student discipline plan ensuring safety at all timesSupports implementation of and continuously monitors behavioral intervention plans as relates to student needsUtilizes positive behavioral supports as appropriateUtilizes special education teaching tools, techniques, and equipment as directed by the supervising teacherWorks directly with students within general education and special education classrooms providing special assistance and/or instructionMaintains confidentiality and adhere to FERPA, HIPAA (if applicable), and district policiesPerforms other duties as assignedCapacity and Ability Requirements:The usual job demands require the following physical requirements: speaking, some lifting (up to 50 lbs.), carrying, pushing, and/or pulling, some stooping, kneeling, and physical dexterity.Terms of Employment:Nine (9) month work year. Salary and benefits shall be paid consistent with the District's approved compensation plan. Evaluation Procedures:Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with the provisions of the Board's policy on evaluation of personnel.