Educational Assistant-Special Education (2617)
Full Time
Algodones, NM
Posted
Job description
- This position requires that the Educational Assistant works with students who have an IEP.
- Services may be in General Education or Special Education classrooms.
- This position may require self-help needs such as diapering, feeding skills and/or escorting students to and from class or therapy.
- Assuring that modifications are being followed as per IEP is a requirement.
- This position may need to use a lift to assist students from wheelchairs to changing table.
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Job Title: EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANT – SPECIAL EDUCATION
Reports To: BUILDING PRINCIPAL
General Job Description:
Assists the teacher in Special Education classroom with daily classroom instructional and non-instructional activities.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Assists in small group pupil instruction; tutor pupils at teacher's request;
- Assists teacher in maintaining discipline and other functions.
- Follows through with prescribed behavioral management programs.
- Assists in assembling/hanging materials on bulletin boards and keeping displays current. Operates standard school equipment such as laminator, copier, audiovisual, etc.
- May escort children to and from various rooms.
- Assists in physical therapy functions.
- Assists and instructs pupils in personal hygiene, toileting, tooth brushing, and hand washing.
- Assists and instructs students with feeding skills.
- Lifts or assists with lifting students from wheelchairs to changing tables or designated areas.
- Sanitizes classroom and equipment using approved materials.
- Performs supervisory duties on school grounds as assigned.
- Performs additional duties as assigned by teacher or principal.
- Complete other tasks as deemed appropriate by the immediate supervisor and/or the superintendent.
Additional Duties and Responsibilities:
- Communicate accurate and up to date information to students in a way that enhances student learning.
- Manage time appropriately.
- Cooperate with administration, parents, and co-workers.
- Take precautions to protect equipment, materials, and facilities.
- Complete duties (hall, bus, etc.) as assigned.
- Maintain student involvement in appropriate tasks.
- Use and apply appropriate conflict resolution skills.
- Demonstrate public relations skills.
- Use appropriate techniques, strategies, and materials to achieve the desired instructional goal.
- Report suspected child abuse and neglect.
- Be responsible for students on field trips.
- Act as a good role model within the context of the school.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
Students in class(es)
Qualifications:
- High school diploma.
- A valid New Mexico Educational Assistant license.
- Experience working with exceptional populations, preferred.
- Must be able to pass employment verification.
Physical Requirements:
Sitting, standing, lifting, and carrying (up to 50 pounds), reaching, climbing, squatting, kneeling, and moving light furniture may be required.
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- All BPS Positions are Subject to Funding
JobID: 333
Position Type:
Support Staff/Special Education Assistant
Support Staff/Special Education Assistant
Date Posted:
8/25/2022
8/25/2022
Location:
Algodones Elementary School
Algodones Elementary School
Date Available:
Upon Hire
Upon Hire
Summary/Qualifications/Responsibilities:
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