Educational assistant job description

CLASS TITLE: Bilingual Special Education Classroom Assistant

CHARACTERISTICS OF THE CLASS: Under the general direction of the school principal, and under the immediate supervision of a Special Education teacher holding a valid teaching certificate directly engaged in teaching subject matter or conducting activities, uses bilingual skills and assists in the instruction of disabled students; and performs related duties as required.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Uses bilingual skills and assists Special Education teachers in elementary and high schools in reinforcing efforts with children with various disabilities, including physical disabilities, visual and hearing impairments, learning disabilities, behavior disorders, emotional impairments, and mental impairments in accordance with each students' Individual Education Program (IEP); lifts and positions non-ambulatory students during the school day as instructed by the teacher and in adherence to written instruction from students' personal physicians; provides one-on-one tutoring services for students to present or reinforce learning concepts; provides one-on-one personal hygiene services for students with severe disabilities, including toileting, changing soiled diapers, and cleaning soiled children regardless of age; assists students with orthopedic impairments by arranging and adjusting tools, work aids, and equipment used by students in classrooms, including but not limited to specially equipped worktables, positioning equipment, wheelchairs, tape recorders, computers, communication devices, and mechanized page turners; assists teacher in instructing students in daily living skills required for independent maintenance and economic self-sufficiency; accompanies students to swimming pools and medical clinics to assist in removing clothing and performing other personal services which students are unable to perform themselves; assists in feeding students unable to do so themselves; takes notes in classrooms for students unable to do so themselves; corrects homework assignments and examination materials; assists teachers in maintaining written records of students' behavior; accompanies students and teachers on class field trips; attends and participates in workshops and in service training to update job related skills.

MARGINAL FUNCTIONS: May utilize aggressive management techniques to physically restrain violent students, may administer Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) as directed by the teacher, may operate audio-visual equipment, may operate photocopying equipment.

DESIRABLE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Training and Experience. Completion of an Associate's degree from a college or university accredited by the North Central Association or another regional accrediting body, or the successful completion of at least sixty (60) semester hours of college credit at a college or university accredited by the North Central Association or another regional accrediting body, including at least one course in the characteristics of mental retardation and severe/profound disabilities, or the successful completion of a state approved paraprofessional assessment, supplemented by at least one year of work experience involving the care and supervision of children with disabilities.

Knowledge, Abilities, and Skill. Good knowledge of the characteristics of students with various disabilities, good knowledge of grammar and spelling in English and at least one other language, good knowledge of basic mathematics.

Ability to work with and for students with various disabilities, ages birth to twenty-one (21) years of age; ability to follow written and oral instructions and direction; ability to complete and maintain basic written reports. (Ability to perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) is highly desirable. Individuals who do not provide evidence of the completion of training in CPR at the time of initial employment in this class title will complete CPR training as a condition of employment.). Ability to read, speak and write in English and at least one other language.

Good oral and written communication skills in English and at least one other language, skill in the operation of photocopying and audio-visual equipment is highly desirable.

Physical Requirements. Medium Work: Exerting up to fifty (50) pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to twenty (20) pounds of force frequently, and/or to ten (10) pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical demands include the ability to reach, handle, and finger objects; talk and hear; occasional use of near visual acuity and frequent use of far visual acuity.

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Primary Location: Connecticut-Trumbull-95 Merritt Blvd Trumbull (10439) Job: Professional Non-ClinicalOrganization: St. Vincent's Special Needs CenterJob Posting: Oct 12, 2022 Education Assistant - School Program - (22163421) Description
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St. Vincent's Special Needs Services is an approved private special education school that serves students from 3-21 who have significant multiple disabilities and complex medical needs. We are currently seeking an Instructional Aide to manage the daily activities of the assigned class.

Job Summary: Assists with managing daily activities of the assigned class.

Responsibilities:
• Assists with implementing a developmentally appropriate curriculum. Assists with evaluating children.
• Interacts with children and parents appropriately. Provides carryover of therapeutic programs as needed.
• Maintains a safe and secure environment for the students. Follows all related policies and procedures.
• Cleans and records activities.
• Encourages student independence in communication, decision making and other activities.
• Implements activities that are consistent with student and interests.
• Displays enthusiasm and appropriate energy level to maintain students motivation, cooperation, and participation.
• Participates in arrival and dismissal practices.
• Other Duties as assigned
Qualifications
Education: HS Diploma or equivalent.

Work Experience: 2 years experience with persons with disabilities preferred.

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RegularStandard Hours Per Week: 36Schedule: Part-time (2 - 39 hours) Shift Details: Monday to Friday
8:00AM to 3:45PM

This is a recruitment for a short-term/temporary position. This recruitment will be open until the position is filled. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
DEFINITION

Under the general supervision of the Associate Director of the Continuing Education Department, support all activities related to the children's classroom environment for the childcare services component of the Continuing Education department. This includes supervising and guiding children ages 0-12 years in appropriate social, emotional, physical, creative and cognitive activities. For school aged children, this includes assistance with homework. Continuing Education Childcare Assistants should be able to communicate effectively with children, staff, students, faculty, and parents.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

The Continuing Education Department provides student support services through an unlicensed no-cost childcare service for various noncredit students.

Essential Functions & Qualifications

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND QUALIFICATIONS

Required:

* Childcare Assistant I: Will work independently to care for children attending childcare services. Implement interactive activities, engage children with child development skills, and assist school-aged children with homework. Must have at least 9 months of related work experience in childcare services;
* Childcare Assistant II: Will work independently to care for children attending childcare services. Develop and implement interactive and educational activities that promote learning, engage children with child development skills, and assist school-aged children with homework. Coordinate with the supervisor on purchasing supplies, supply distribution, and routine cleaning. Must have at least one year of related work experience in childcare services;
* Sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability and ethnic backgrounds of Continuing Education students; and
* Perform other related duties as required.

Desirable:

* Experience working with students and their families, faculty, and staff in an educational setting; and
* Bilingual in English and Spanish.

Physical ability to:

* Communicate intelligibly and effectively via speech, telephone, written correspondence, and/or email;
* Sit or stand for extended periods of time; and
* Lift and/or carry 25 pounds.

Additional Information

This is a short-term/temporary position.

This position requires evening hours.

Interview Process Information

Selected applicants will be contacted for an interview.