What are the responsibilities and job description for the 26-67; Educational Assistant - Special Education Site Based; 0.75 FTE; Ashland Middle School; Probationary position at ASHLAND SCHOOL DISTRICT 5?
JOB TITLE: Educational Assistant - Special Education Site Based; 0.75 FTE/6 hours per day; Probationary
F.L.S.A. Non Exempt
Assignment: Ashland Middle School
Reports To: Principal
Salary: $20.01 - $24.40 *2025-26 salary schedule (2026-27 salary schedule to be determined)
Job Summary
To improve student achievement by assisting a licensed teacher in the planning and implementation of an educational program, including individualized education programs (IEPs). Assigned educational programs may include both general and special education settings.
To perform instructional activities in support of the prescribed lesson plan and delivered to students within the least restrictive environment (LRE) conducive to student success; to assist in providing a safe, healthy environment for students, including students with complex behavior or medical needs; to assist with student data collection and perform a variety of clerical duties.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
Essential duties of this position include the following. Employees in this position perform some or all of the following tasks. Other related duties may be assigned.
Marginal duties of this position include the following. Employees in this position perform some or all of the following tasks. Other related duties may be assigned.
All school employees have some responsibility for supervising students and assisting in maintaining a safe environment.
OUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education and/or Experience: Associate's degree (A.A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school or one to two years' related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience. Must meet current No Child Left Behind (NCLB) requirements. Prior successful experience working in a school setting or with children strongly preferred. Knowledge of instructional practices related to the assignment and familiarity with IDEA (Individuals with Disabilities Education Act), or the ability to quickly learn its requirements.
Interpersonal Skills: Works effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds. Demonstrates strong conflict-resolution skills, maintains confidentiality, listens respectfully, manages emotions appropriately, and contributes to a positive team environment. Proven ability to work successfully with students, including applying effective student supervision and classroom management techniques in settings serving students with moderate to severe learning, physical, and social/behavioral disabilities.
Student Support Skills: Provides instructional support to students with moderate to severe learning, physical, and social/behavioral disabilities. Works effectively in physically and emotionally demanding environments, including with students who may display aggressive behaviors. Supports students with empathy and assists with basic needs such as feeding and personal hygiene when required. Understands and implements Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), working independently when needed to meet student goals. Demonstrates knowledge of growth and development principles for students with special needs.
Language Skills: Ability to communicate fluently verbally and in writing in English. Ability to effectively present information and respond effectively to questions in one-on-one, small group situations to students and other school staff. Ability to verbally respond to common inquiries from students. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals and governmental regulations.
Mathematical Skills: Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio and percent.
Reasoning Ability: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, schedule or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several variables in a variety of situations.
Computer Skills: General knowledge of computer usage and ability to use a variety of software, and e-mail. MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and PowerSchool strongly preferred.
Other Skills and Abilities: Ability to appropriately communicate with students, licensed staff members, administrators and parents. Ability to exercise good judgment and work in an environment with constant interruptions.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Certificates as determined by the District including meeting current No Child Left Behind certification requirements. Ability to obtain a valid CPR/First Aid card.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to walk; stand; sit; use hands for fine manipulation, handle or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, ability to adjust focus and peripheral vision.
May be required to restrain a student using moderate strength (20-50 pounds push or pull) and CPI techniques. Always working to deescalate a situation. Constant moving around a classroom to assist various students. May be required to assist with behavior plans in order to manage and monitor student behavior and safety.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The noise level in the work environment may be low to moderate, but frequently high depending upon student population and activities. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet or humid conditions and outdoor weather conditions. Employee may be exposed to bloodborne pathogens.
VALUES
The District is focused on eliminating systemic racism and its impact on student learning. ASD is committed to equal opportunity and nondiscrimination in all its educational and employment activities. The District prohibits discrimination based on race; national or ethnic origin; color; sex; religion; age; sexual orientation; gender expression or identity; pregnancy; marital status; familial status; economic status or source of income; mental or physical disability or perceived disability; or military service. Ashland Public Schools is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.
Other
Note: This is not necessarily an exhaustive or all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts, functions or working conditions associated with the job. This job description is not a contract of employment or a promise or guarantee of any specific terms or conditions of employment. The school district may add to, modify or delete any aspect of this job (or the position itself) at any time as it deems advisable, pursuant to Collective Bargaining Agreement.
Ashland School District appreciates the diversity and worth of all individuals and groups and their roles in society. It is the policy of the Ashland School District Board of Education that there will be no discrimination or harassment of individuals or groups on the grounds of age, color, creed, disability, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, gender identity, or sexual orientation in any educational programs, activities or employment.
Family And Medical Leave Rights
English: https://www.dol.gov/whd/regs/compliance/posters/fmlaen.pdf
Spanish: https://www.dol.gov/whd/regs/compliance/posters/fmlasp.pdf
F.L.S.A. Non Exempt
Assignment: Ashland Middle School
Reports To: Principal
Salary: $20.01 - $24.40 *2025-26 salary schedule (2026-27 salary schedule to be determined)
Job Summary
To improve student achievement by assisting a licensed teacher in the planning and implementation of an educational program, including individualized education programs (IEPs). Assigned educational programs may include both general and special education settings.
To perform instructional activities in support of the prescribed lesson plan and delivered to students within the least restrictive environment (LRE) conducive to student success; to assist in providing a safe, healthy environment for students, including students with complex behavior or medical needs; to assist with student data collection and perform a variety of clerical duties.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
Essential duties of this position include the following. Employees in this position perform some or all of the following tasks. Other related duties may be assigned.
- Assisting in planning and implementation of learning experiences for students; confers with teacher to provide feedback on student performance in tutorial and testing activities.
- Interpreting individualized education programs and related instructional plans, within guidelines set by certificated teacher, and develops specific lesson and tutorial strategies based on knowledge of student aptitude.
- Instructing students in small group and individual settings, often without direct teacher oversight; revises lesson plan or teaching strategy during instructional activity as necessary to achieve IEP goals and objectives.
- Conducting extensive student testing using prescribed test batteries; informs teacher of any unusual academic or disciplinary problems.
- Helping students develop positive interpersonal relationships with peers and adults; promotes safety of the students by helping them develop self-confidence.
- Interpreting and implementing a behavior management program; trains and assists students in behavior management; provides education regarding appropriate interpersonal actions; responds to discipline problems; acts as a role model.
- Responding to the community regarding assigned program; develops contacts and resources available to students.
- Attending in-service and workshop training related to area of assignment; applies training to instructional responsibilities.
- Performing a variety of general clerical duties including writing attendance reports, grading papers and maintaining accurate files.
- Assisting students, teachers and/or parents with communication problems.
- Use of district vehicles, as needed by assignment, for student transportation between educational settings and/or within the local community.
- Supporting students during transportation to and from school as a bus rider.
- Implementing medical protocols as required for individual students, including bathroom protocols, feeding protocols, and medication management.
- Use of program or setting-specific software programs for both instruction and maintenance of student and program records.
- Supervising students in a variety of settings, including on the playground, in hallways or on entering or leaving the classroom.
- Maintaining regular and consistent attendance and punctuality. Performing related duties consistent with job description and assignment.
- Annually pass the District's required online training by the District's assigned due-date.
- Attends work regularly and is punctual.
- While working collaboratively with others, implements decisions within ASD established policies and procedures.
- Professionally represent the school and the District in interactions with parents, community, staff, and students and resolves conflict in a professional manner.
Marginal duties of this position include the following. Employees in this position perform some or all of the following tasks. Other related duties may be assigned.
- Assists office staff and licensed staff members as necessary including answering telephones, routing telephone calls or messages to appropriate staff and operating general office machinery including photocopy machine, computer and fax machine.
- Performs minor first aid in compliance with District policies and completes required paperwork in a timely fashion.
- Assists on school field trips, as requested.
- Files documents and records according to predetermined classifications, maintaining alphabetical index, and cross references files.
- Attends in-service trainings, as requested/scheduled.
- Attends staff meetings, as requested.
All school employees have some responsibility for supervising students and assisting in maintaining a safe environment.
OUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education and/or Experience: Associate's degree (A.A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school or one to two years' related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience. Must meet current No Child Left Behind (NCLB) requirements. Prior successful experience working in a school setting or with children strongly preferred. Knowledge of instructional practices related to the assignment and familiarity with IDEA (Individuals with Disabilities Education Act), or the ability to quickly learn its requirements.
Interpersonal Skills: Works effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds. Demonstrates strong conflict-resolution skills, maintains confidentiality, listens respectfully, manages emotions appropriately, and contributes to a positive team environment. Proven ability to work successfully with students, including applying effective student supervision and classroom management techniques in settings serving students with moderate to severe learning, physical, and social/behavioral disabilities.
Student Support Skills: Provides instructional support to students with moderate to severe learning, physical, and social/behavioral disabilities. Works effectively in physically and emotionally demanding environments, including with students who may display aggressive behaviors. Supports students with empathy and assists with basic needs such as feeding and personal hygiene when required. Understands and implements Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), working independently when needed to meet student goals. Demonstrates knowledge of growth and development principles for students with special needs.
Language Skills: Ability to communicate fluently verbally and in writing in English. Ability to effectively present information and respond effectively to questions in one-on-one, small group situations to students and other school staff. Ability to verbally respond to common inquiries from students. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals and governmental regulations.
Mathematical Skills: Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio and percent.
Reasoning Ability: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, schedule or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several variables in a variety of situations.
Computer Skills: General knowledge of computer usage and ability to use a variety of software, and e-mail. MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and PowerSchool strongly preferred.
Other Skills and Abilities: Ability to appropriately communicate with students, licensed staff members, administrators and parents. Ability to exercise good judgment and work in an environment with constant interruptions.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Certificates as determined by the District including meeting current No Child Left Behind certification requirements. Ability to obtain a valid CPR/First Aid card.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to walk; stand; sit; use hands for fine manipulation, handle or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, ability to adjust focus and peripheral vision.
May be required to restrain a student using moderate strength (20-50 pounds push or pull) and CPI techniques. Always working to deescalate a situation. Constant moving around a classroom to assist various students. May be required to assist with behavior plans in order to manage and monitor student behavior and safety.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The noise level in the work environment may be low to moderate, but frequently high depending upon student population and activities. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet or humid conditions and outdoor weather conditions. Employee may be exposed to bloodborne pathogens.
VALUES
The District is focused on eliminating systemic racism and its impact on student learning. ASD is committed to equal opportunity and nondiscrimination in all its educational and employment activities. The District prohibits discrimination based on race; national or ethnic origin; color; sex; religion; age; sexual orientation; gender expression or identity; pregnancy; marital status; familial status; economic status or source of income; mental or physical disability or perceived disability; or military service. Ashland Public Schools is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.
Other
Note: This is not necessarily an exhaustive or all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts, functions or working conditions associated with the job. This job description is not a contract of employment or a promise or guarantee of any specific terms or conditions of employment. The school district may add to, modify or delete any aspect of this job (or the position itself) at any time as it deems advisable, pursuant to Collective Bargaining Agreement.
Ashland School District appreciates the diversity and worth of all individuals and groups and their roles in society. It is the policy of the Ashland School District Board of Education that there will be no discrimination or harassment of individuals or groups on the grounds of age, color, creed, disability, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, gender identity, or sexual orientation in any educational programs, activities or employment.
Family And Medical Leave Rights
English: https://www.dol.gov/whd/regs/compliance/posters/fmlaen.pdf
Spanish: https://www.dol.gov/whd/regs/compliance/posters/fmlasp.pdf
Salary : $20 - $24