What are the responsibilities and job description for the Teacher Assistant Special Ed Level II position at Barrington Public Schools?
Barrington Public SchoolsTeacher Assistant- Special Education IIJob DescriptionTITLE: Teacher Assistant- Special Education IIQUALIFICATIONS: 1. Have a high school diploma2. Completion of a Teacher Assistant Pre-Employment Training Program approved bythe RI Department of Education (RIDE). Two (2) exceptions to this particularqualification: a.
Those with certification as a TA in another state,b. Those with an associate degree or bachelor's degree AND whohave completed coursework or other training consistent withthe teacher assistant program standards3. Meet one (1) of the following requirements: a. Successfully passed the ParaPro Assessment.
ORb. Complete at least 2 years of study at an institution of highereducation ORc. Obtain an associates or higher degree.4. Completion of Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) certification upon hiring.REPORTS TO: Building Administrator/Director of Pupil PersonnelJOB GOAL: To provide 1:1 instructional, physical, social-emotional, behavioral and other directsupport and services to students with disabilities under the supervision and direction of certifiedstaff.PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES OF TEACHER ASSISTANT -Special Education II: 1.
Communicates high and clear expectations for students.2. Fosters independence and grit in all learners.3. Implements instructional and physical supports and at times, behavior interventionstrategies and program changes as directed by the Case Manager and/or relatedservice(s) provider as decided upon by the team.4. Assists student(s) with physical tasks and daily living skills such as eating and drinking,putting on and taking off outerwear, moving from room to room, using the bathroom,washing hands, changing diapers, etc.5.
Collects skill acquisition data.6. Maintains CPI certification.7. Completes Medicaid logs as directed for individual students.8. Establishes a supportive relationship with students with disabilities while fosteringstudent independence.9.
Collaborates with general education teachers, special education teachers and relatedservice providers to address strengths and needs of students with disabilities.10. Participates in professional learning activities.11. Exhibits attributes of reliable attendance, promptness, dependability, and professionalethics; Uses effective communication skills with students and colleagues, (spoken,written and non-verbal); Completes all requested forms, and data collections in anaccurate and timely manner; Perform the functions of the position in accordance withthe: RI Teacher Assistant Standards; RI Professional Code of Conduct; and all laws,regulations, school district policies, directives, the mission of the district, school-basedplans, and administrative priorities / requests.12. Performs other duties as may be assigned and/or necessary to perform the functions ofthe position.WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by anemployee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodationmay be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Theemployee is regularly required to operate a keyboard, to view a computer screen, and to sit orstand for extended periods of time. Required vision abilities include close vision and the abilityto adjust focus. The employee is frequently required to bend, stoop, kneel, reach with hands andarms, grasp and manipulate large and small items.
The employee is also required to move fromlocation to location, lift items weighing up to 30 pounds, and engage in hands-on physicalrestraints following CPI. Communication requirements include the ability to hear and respond tovoice and other sounds in small and large settings with background noise and to presentinformation orally and in writing.WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employeeencounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodationsmay be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Length of the contract to be determined by the Superintendent.EVALUATION: Performance will be evaluated in accordance with the provisions of the contract.To support Barrington's commitment to diversity and to foster inclusion, respect, and equity ineducation, the successful candidate will be selected from a diverse pool of candidates.Preference will be given to candidates who articulate their commitment to valuing inclusivity,diversity, and belonging.The Barrington Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, gender, religion,disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, or status as a disabled veteran, or past or presenthonorable military service with respect to access to, the provision of, or employment in its educational services, programs andactivities, including admissions, athletics and other district programs. BPS 10.6.23
Those with certification as a TA in another state,b. Those with an associate degree or bachelor's degree AND whohave completed coursework or other training consistent withthe teacher assistant program standards3. Meet one (1) of the following requirements: a. Successfully passed the ParaPro Assessment.
ORb. Complete at least 2 years of study at an institution of highereducation ORc. Obtain an associates or higher degree.4. Completion of Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) certification upon hiring.REPORTS TO: Building Administrator/Director of Pupil PersonnelJOB GOAL: To provide 1:1 instructional, physical, social-emotional, behavioral and other directsupport and services to students with disabilities under the supervision and direction of certifiedstaff.PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES OF TEACHER ASSISTANT -Special Education II: 1.
Communicates high and clear expectations for students.2. Fosters independence and grit in all learners.3. Implements instructional and physical supports and at times, behavior interventionstrategies and program changes as directed by the Case Manager and/or relatedservice(s) provider as decided upon by the team.4. Assists student(s) with physical tasks and daily living skills such as eating and drinking,putting on and taking off outerwear, moving from room to room, using the bathroom,washing hands, changing diapers, etc.5.
Collects skill acquisition data.6. Maintains CPI certification.7. Completes Medicaid logs as directed for individual students.8. Establishes a supportive relationship with students with disabilities while fosteringstudent independence.9.
Collaborates with general education teachers, special education teachers and relatedservice providers to address strengths and needs of students with disabilities.10. Participates in professional learning activities.11. Exhibits attributes of reliable attendance, promptness, dependability, and professionalethics; Uses effective communication skills with students and colleagues, (spoken,written and non-verbal); Completes all requested forms, and data collections in anaccurate and timely manner; Perform the functions of the position in accordance withthe: RI Teacher Assistant Standards; RI Professional Code of Conduct; and all laws,regulations, school district policies, directives, the mission of the district, school-basedplans, and administrative priorities / requests.12. Performs other duties as may be assigned and/or necessary to perform the functions ofthe position.WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by anemployee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodationmay be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Theemployee is regularly required to operate a keyboard, to view a computer screen, and to sit orstand for extended periods of time. Required vision abilities include close vision and the abilityto adjust focus. The employee is frequently required to bend, stoop, kneel, reach with hands andarms, grasp and manipulate large and small items.
The employee is also required to move fromlocation to location, lift items weighing up to 30 pounds, and engage in hands-on physicalrestraints following CPI. Communication requirements include the ability to hear and respond tovoice and other sounds in small and large settings with background noise and to presentinformation orally and in writing.WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employeeencounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodationsmay be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Length of the contract to be determined by the Superintendent.EVALUATION: Performance will be evaluated in accordance with the provisions of the contract.To support Barrington's commitment to diversity and to foster inclusion, respect, and equity ineducation, the successful candidate will be selected from a diverse pool of candidates.Preference will be given to candidates who articulate their commitment to valuing inclusivity,diversity, and belonging.The Barrington Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, gender, religion,disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, or status as a disabled veteran, or past or presenthonorable military service with respect to access to, the provision of, or employment in its educational services, programs andactivities, including admissions, athletics and other district programs. BPS 10.6.23
