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REED UNION SCHOOL DISTRICT
POSITION DESCRIPTION

Special Education Aide

Overview:
The Special Education Aide, under the supervision of the Director of Student Services and coordination with the site principals, general education teachers, provides support to students with Individual Education Programs (IEPs) and general education students who need support. The Special Education Aide assists in large or small group instruction or in individual assistance, across all educational settings. The site principal will evaluate the employee with input from the appropriate supervising teachers.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist the teacher in meeting the educational needs of students Instruct individuals or small groups of special education students, reinforcing instruction in reading, mathematics, language arts and other subject areas as directed
• Support certificated staff in preparing lessons and instructional materials as directed; review worksheets, workbooks and other assignments, as directed by supervisor or Special Education teacher
• Assist with the implementation of students’ IEP goals and objectives
• Prepare and assist in maintaining files, folders, attendance and student records, as requested by supervisor
• Observe and manage behavior of students inside and outside of classroom according to approved procedures; report progress regarding student performance and behavior to teacher; assist students by providing proper examples, emotional support, friendly attitude and general guidance
• Assist students in mainstreamed classes, according to established procedures
• Provide support to teachers by setting up work areas, displays and exhibits, operating audio-visual equipment, operating educational training equipment and distributing and collecting paper and supplies
• Assist in providing therapeutic, medical and social skills instruction and support to individuals and small groups
• Assist students with personal hygiene, including toileting
• Lift, move and adjust positioning for non-ambulatory students
• Perform a variety of clerical duties such as recording grades, taking role and maintaining records and files
• Assist in maintaining a clear and orderly learning environment
• Participate in meetings, professional development, and in-service training programs, as assigned
• Perform related duties as assigned

Requirements:

Knowledge of:
Basic reading, math, and writing skills.

Ability to:
1. Demonstrate tolerant, accepting attitude toward all students and communicate respectfully and effectively with students and other staff members
2. Demonstrate willingness to carry out teacher-designed instructional procedures;
3. Assist the teacher in meeting the educational needs of students enrolled in the RSP and/or SDC program
4. Communicate effectively orally and in writing positively with student and adults
5. Demonstrate a commitments to provide the assistance for student to be a productive member of their classroom
6. Facilitate social relationships between students with disabilities and their non-disabled peers
7. Apply positive management techniques for small groups in classroom, school, and community settings
8. Acquisition of a First Aid certificate, including training in CPR.

Qualifications and Terms of Employment:

• Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school
• AA degree from community college is preferred
• Previous experience working with children is preferred

Working Conditions;

Environment: Indoor and outdoor instructional environments.

Physical Abilities: Hearing and speaking to exchange information; seeing to monitor students; dexterity of hands and fingers to operate assigned equipment; bending at the waist to assist students; kneeling or crouching; ability to stand for long periods; ability to walk long distances; perform lifting, pushing and/or pulling which does not exceed 25 pounds; is subject to inside and outside environmental conditions.

Hazards: Exposure to climatic elements and noise; potential for contact with blood-borne pathogens and communicable diseases; frequent interruptions.

Board Approved: May 16, 2023

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $30.22 - $33.98 per hour

Expected hours: 30 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Grade school specialties:

• 3rd grade
• 4th grade
• 5th grade
• Elementary school

Physical setting:

• Public school

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person