TRUTH OR CONSEQUENCES MUNICIPAL SCHOOLS

JOB DESCRIPTION

TITLE OF JOB: Special Education Educational Assistant

QUALIFICATIONS: Applicant must be highly qualified which requires one of the following:

 Associate degree or higher

 48 hours college credit

 Successful paraprofessional test

 Bilingual recommended

REPORTS TO: Building Principal

JOB GOAL: To assist classroom teachers in providing well-organized classroom environments in which students can take full advantage of the instructional program and available resources.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist students in individual and group activities under teacher instruction (IEP)

• Assist teachers in preparing educational materials.

• Assist classroom teacher in maintaining discipline.

• Possess or obtain CPI certification.

• Clerical work

• Assist students with adaptive needs.

• Be able to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing.

• Perform assigned building and grounds duties.

• Attending appropriate building and district in-service training.

• Be able to take directions from your supervisor.

• Professionalism and confidentiality at all times.

• Assist in all self-help skills under the supervision of a licensed teacher.

• Follow through on all OT/PT lessons.

• Assist students in moving about the campus.

• Work closely with the school nurse

• Assist in bus loading and unloading.

• Perform all other duties as assigned by Building Principal

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The employee is required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms.

The employee must lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

EVALUATION:

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with BOE policy.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Salary is established by salary schedule.

This position description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbents may be asked to perform other duties as required.

This position description for Special Education Educational Assistant is effective upon receipt. Personnel policies adopted by the Board of Education, and deemed appropriate for the job, shall be in effect. Salary amounts shall be set according to the adopted salary schedule. This position description may be revised at any time in response to district needs.

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By my signature below, I affirm that: the duties and requirements listed on this position description have been explained to me; I have been able to ask questions to clarify matters I do not understand; and I understand and accept them. In accepting this job, I certify that I am able to perform these duties, with or without accommodation, and that I will inform my supervisor immediately of any change in this regard. I also agree to follow District safety rules and accident prevention procedures.

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Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: $25,000.00 - $37,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Special education: 1 year (Preferred)
• Childcare: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person