What are the responsibilities and job description for the Communication Aide (Anticipated Vacancy) position at Paulding County Schools?
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Position Title: Communications Aide |
Salary Schedule: PARA plus supplement |
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Department: Exceptional Students Educational Program |
Job Code: 480 |
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Reports To: Principal, SLP Lead, SLP Coordinator |
Work Schedule: 190 Days / 8 hours per day |
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Grade/Level: N/A |
FLSA: Exempt: No |
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Primary Function: Facilitates development of communication skills under the supervision of a certified SLP |
Working Conditions: Physical Demands:
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Classroom environment |
Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard |
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Hearing and speaking to exchange information in person and on the telephone |
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Seeing to read a variety of materials |
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Sitting for extended periods of time |
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Bending at the waist, kneeling, or crouching to file materials |
Qualifications:
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Bachelor's Degree in Communication Disorders or Speech Pathology required |
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Paraprofessional certification will be required |
The Board of Education and the Superintendent may accept alternatives to some of the above requirements.
Essential Functions:
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Demonstrates prompt and regular attendance |
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Conducts speech/language therapy sessions according to schedule |
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Notifies staff in a timely manner of any changes to schedule |
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Reports and maintains student attendance and data to assess progress |
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Complies with Federal, State and System regulations regarding due process |
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Refers to other agencies and/or personnel when appropriate |
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Investigates and uses new strategies for delivering student services |
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Participates in professional learning opportunities provided |
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Attends scheduled departmental meetings |
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Participates with school administrators/coordinators for effective planning, coordination, and implementation of speech-language program into total educational system |
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Participates in RTI process at local school level |
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Reports information required for local, state, and federal programs |
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Maintains confidentiality of student and student records |
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Adheres to legal statutes, organizational rules, and community standards |
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Maintains successful working relationships with co-workers |
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Functions as a team worker |
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Manifests emotional stability and maturity in all phases of job performance |
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Gets along positively with staff, supervisors, and visitors |
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Treats confidential information and sensitive situations with discretion and avoids gossip |
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Meets obligations with punctuality and maintains regular attendance |
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Works without constant direction |
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Communicates effectively both orally and in writing |
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Seeks to improve skills and knowledge |
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Uses time efficiently |
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Maintains effective physical setting for optimum job performance |
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Presents a professional image when representing Paulding County Schools through word, action and dress |
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Proven ability to utilize appropriate procedures for student's safety and welfare |
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Provides therapy per IEPs under the directions of the SLP |
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Reviews plans and schedules with the SLP on a regular basis |
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Manages the learning environment |
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Proven ability to utilize appropriate procedures for student's safety and welfare |
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Performs other duties as assigned by Superintendent or designee |