What are the responsibilities and job description for the Special Education Assistant position at Sparta Area School District?
Duties of the Position:
- Creates and maintains a positive learning environment by relating and working effectively with children.
- Creates and maintains a positive, professional relationship with educators, administration, parents and community members.
- To assist in the achievement of a deeply held partnership with the community that actively supports parents, students and families.
- Assist the teacher(s) in preparation of assignments, including homework
- Monitor student academic and behavioral progress
- Effectively maintain accurate and complete records as assigned by teachers or administrators
- Communicate the needs of students to teachers and administrators
- Assist in lunchroom, hallway, playground, and bus supervision
- Assist the teacher by accompanying class or group of students on field trips
- Being an active member in monitoring and implementing building, classroom, and individual behavior policies and plans
- Treat student and personnel information as confidential
- Demonstrate flexibility and willingness to change to the demands of the job to meet the needs of the students
- Will be required to complete DPI approved training in the administration of prescription and non-prescription medication. May be required to administer prescription and non-prescription medication to students in accordance with approved district procedures.
- Other similar duties as assigned by building principals.
Special Skills Required:
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
- Proficient computer, telephone and organizational skills.
- Knowledge of Skyward.
- Learn technology quickly and efficiently.
- Meet the requirements of a highly qualified educational assistant as defined and required by district and state definitions.
Work Schedule of the Position: 7:15 am and 3:15 pm.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $18.73 per hour
Benefits:
- 403(b)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $19
