2025/26 - Cherry Creek Elementary - Preschool Technician - TA126N

Nebo School District is located in south Utah County, services over 37,000 students in grades PreK-12, and employs over 5,000 people. Our vision is to:· engage students as active participants in school and in the community;· empower students to acquire and develop knowledge, skills, and talents;· collaborate to promote safety, student involvement and achievement; and· prepare students to succeed in school and life.Instructional Technician – Preschool. Lane 2, $17.47 per hour, 5.5 hours per day, 4 days per week (Monday - Thursday), 177 days/year. Must be at least 18 years of age to apply. There are no benefits with this position. Placement on the salary schedule will be reviewed by supervisor and finalized through the Human Resource and Payroll Departments. Candidates already employed with Nebo School District, applying for a new position with a lane increase, may decrease in overall steps in the new position if offered, accepted, and not in the same job category.Purpose StatementThe job of Instructional Technician - Preschool is done for the purpose/s of assisting in the supervision, care and instruction of preschool students with significant disabilities under the supervision of a certificated teacher; observing and documenting student progress; implementing educational and specific behavioral plans; documenting students' daily activities; modeling appropriate behaviors and interactions with students and staff; and assisting students by providing for special health care needs.This job is distinguished from similar jobs by the following characteristics:This job reports to the Teacher - PreschoolExperience Job related experience is not required.Education High school diploma or equivalent.Clearances Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background ClearanceEssential FunctionsAdapts classroom activities, assignments and/or materials as directed for the purpose of providing an opportunity for all special education students performing at different levels and/or with different functional limitations to participate in instructional programs.Administers daily living care, medical and non-medical assistance (e.g. diapering, tube feeding, colostomy bags, medication, etc.) for the purpose of providing appropriate care and/or developing children's daily living activities and behavioral skills.Collaborates with teachers for the purpose of fulfilling students IEP goals.Implements behavioral plans designed by the IEP team for the purpose of assisting in meeting special education students' needs and providing a consistent learning environment.Implements academic instruction for individuals or small groups (e.g. math, pre-reading, language development, music, etc.) for the purpose of meeting learning goals, as described by an IEP and/or district benchmarks.Maintains instructional materials and/or student records (e.g. adapting instructional materials, checking papers, attendance, audio visual equipment, set up art projects, data collection, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring availability of items and/or providing reliable information.Monitors special education student(s) (e.g. lunch, school bus loading zones, playground, classroom, field trips, assemblies, kitchen, etc.) for the purpose of providing a safe and positive learning environment as well as covering for a teacher when he/she is called out of the room for other meetings.Participates in meetings and in-service presentations (e.g. first aid, CPR, emergency procedures, behavioral intervention training, etc.) for the purpose of acquiring and/or conveying information relative to job functions.Performs other related duties, as assigned, for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.Job Requirements: Minimum QualificationsSKILLS are required to perform multiple tasks with a potential need to upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skill-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: preparing and maintaining accurate records; adhering to safety practices; and administering first aid.KNOWLEDGE is required to perform basic math, including calculations using fractions, percents, and/or ratios; understand written procedures, write routine documents, and speak clearly; and understand complex, multi-step written and oral instructions. Specific knowledge-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: safety practices and procedures and stages of child development/ behavior.ABILITY is required to schedule activities; collate data; and use basic, job-related equipment. Flexibility is required to work with others in a wide variety of circumstances; work with data utilizing specific, defined processes; and operate equipment using defined methods. Ability is also required to work with a diversity of individuals; work with specific, job-related data; and utilize specific, job-related equipment. Problem solving is required to identify issues and create action plans. Problem solving with data may require independent interpretation; and problem solving with equipment is limited. Specific ability-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: communicating with diverse groups including children with limited verbal skills; displaying compassion and patience; maintaining confidentiality; and working as part of a team. Have the Ability for regular and reliable attendance.ResponsibilityResponsibilities include: working under direct supervision using standardized procedures; leading, guiding, and/or coordinating others; operating within a defined budget. Utilization of some resources from other work units may be required to perform the job's functions. There is a continual opportunity to have some impact on the organization’s services.Working EnvironmentThe usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: significant lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling, frequent stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally, the job requires 20% sitting, 40% walking, and 40% standing. The job is performed under conditions with some exposure to risk of injury and/or illness.FLSA StatusNon Exempt

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