What are the responsibilities and job description for the Student Care and Support Worker position at Roane County Schools?
Job Summary:
The Special Education Attendant is a critical member of the educational support team at Roane County Schools. This role involves working closely with teachers to implement educational plans and provide physical, behavioral, and academic support to students with diverse needs.
Main Responsibilities:
- Implementing educational plans and providing individualized support to students.
- Reinforcing learning concepts and curriculum as assigned by the teacher.
- Supervising student behavior and maintaining a safe learning environment.
- Assisting with student mobility needs and promoting independence.
- Helping students use communication devices to enhance their communication skills.
- Providing personal care, feeding, and toileting support to meet individual student needs.
- Monitoring student behavior and implementing individualized plans to promote positive outcomes.
- Collecting data on student performance to inform teaching practices and improve outcomes.
- Building strong relationships with students and demonstrating empathy and understanding.
- Maintaining punctuality and adequate attendance to ensure continuity of support services.
- Performing duties that require flexibility and physical stamina, such as bending, standing, lifting, and carrying.
- Upkeeping confidentiality regarding student information to maintain trust and respect.
- Working collaboratively with the educational team to provide comprehensive support and address student needs.
Essential Qualifications:
- A minimum age of 18 years.
- A High School Diploma or equivalent.
- A satisfactory background check.
- Completion of a drug screening.
