Sensory Room Classroom Lead- Internal

POSITION SUMMARY:

This is a direct care, hourly position that supervises and coordinates activities for students with developmental disabilities in OTC, a special purpose private school. These activities are designed to teach individuals in Activities for Daily Living, sensory, physical fitness, academic subjects, social development and independence skills in school, homes and communities based on the goals established in individualized plans. Responsibilities will also include establishing and implementing a complete educational program for all students assigned to their classroom.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. To assist teacher of record in evaluating all students to find the current level of functioning in all areas that is worked on in the classroom.
2. To assist teacher of record by collaborating on the establishment of appropriate educational goals for each student in the classroom as part of the Individual Education Plan.
3. To implement written daily and weekly lesson plans for your classroom at least 5 days in advance. The plans will be left in the classroom for use by teaching staff and substitutes in the event of absenteeism.
4. To track and monitor absences of the students for truancy reporting.
5. To provide daily educational experiences for each student in the classroom.
6. To assist teacher of record with providing written progress reports at least four times a year.
7. To keep the classroom neat, organized, decorated, and well stocked with current, appropriate educational materials.
8. To be responsible for all your students’ safe arrival off the buses in the morning and safe departure onto the buses in the afternoon.
9. To communicate as needed with parents and report any pertinent information that becomes up during a routine day.
10. To cooperate with all teaching and supportive staff in creating a good learning atmosphere for the students.
11. Protect the health, safety, and wellbeing of the students, including but not limited to administering a physical restraint to protect the student and others from harm.
12. Provide supervision to the Educational Technicians, in collaboration with the teacher of record.

NON-ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. May assist with planning classroom curriculum and materials acquisition.
2. Performs other duties and tasks as assigned.

GENERAL EXPECTATIONS:

1. Be committed to the mission of Central Aroostook Association.
2. Adhere to applicable State and Central Aroostook Association policies and regulations.
3. Work as a member of the Behavioral Health team in the performance of duties.
4. Work in harmonious relationships with all co-workers, management, clients and visitors.
5. Be an active and productive member of the community. As social roles can be life defining, it is imperative that the Association ensure that the social image of individuals be enhanced and that opportunities are created for people to be active and productive community members.
6. Maintain confidentiality by keeping information concerning clients, employees and the Association itself confidential.

QUALIFICATIONS NEEDED FOR POSITION:

Experience and Skill Requirements: The following experience and skills are considered essential:

• ED Tech III certification required.
• At least one year of experience working with students with developmental disabilities who have varying abilities and behaviors is preferred.
• Ability and willingness to manage emotional or physical emergencies that can arise.
• Ability to work on a team, sharing responsibilities with co-workers, accepting direction from supervisors, and contributing ideas.
• Ability to safely accompany individuals into the community.
• Ability and willingness to assist individuals with all aspects of toileting and hygiene skills.
• Ability to pass all required trainings, as specified by the program.