Cheyenne
6.25hrs/day
Paygrade 4
$16.23/hr
Effective 25/26 School Year
POSITION SUMMARY
Supports the teacher and student to ensure the best possible learning experience for the special education children in a safe and secure environment while maintaining confidentiality.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
(These duties and responsibilities are judged to be "essential functions" in terms of the Americans With
Disabilities Act or ADA)
Assist an individual student one-on-one, small groups or classroom with students under the supervision of the teachers as directe
Assists student with completing academic tasks.
Assists in engaging student with instructional activities developed by the teacher e. reading, writing, math, spelling, and life skills, etc.
Assists in managing student behavior by properly implementing behavior management plans, including using Crisis Intervention and Prevention (CPI) training.
Provides support in monitoring, intervening, and redirecting student behaviors. Acts to prevent and deescalate student behavior.
Assist student with personal needs, including but not limited to hygiene, diapering, toileting and clothing.
Familiarize yourself with individual student requirements and/or behavior plan.
Assist in data collection related to behavior, academics, instruction, etc.
Participate in professional development.
Communicate with community, staff, and students to answer questions, disseminate or explain information.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a person in this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties that may be performed by such a person.
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCES, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
(To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)
EDUCATION:
This position requires high school diploma or equivalent.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, OR REGISTRATIONS: May be required to take additional classes to address students specific needs.
EXPERIENCE:
Experience working with children, required
Experience working with special education students, preferred.
KNOWLEDGE:
Knowledge of school policies and safety regulations, required.
Working knowledge of computers, preferred.
SKILLS:
Good communication skills, required.
Adaptability to learn, required.
Patience, required
ABILITIES:
Ability to adapt to a variety of teaching skills, required.
Ability to handle and relate to emotional and physical challenges, required.
Ability to be caring, understanding, patient and friendly towards students, required.
Ability to apply common sense to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form, required.
Ability to communicate effectively with students, staff and community, required.
Ability to read and interpret school policies and handbook, required.
Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one, small group, and classroom situations, required.
Ability to physically manage student behaviors and equipment, required.
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists, required.
Ability and willingness to work in a high demanding, potentially stressful environment while maintaining composure, required.
Ability and willingness to complete any necessary training required to successfully perform job responsibilities, required.
Ability to follow through with outlined behavioral management plan or instruction programs, required.Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English to perform essential job duties, including but not limited to understanding and following safety instructions, responding appropriately to emergency situations, completing documentation, and interacting with English-speaking staff, students, community and supervisors, required.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The employee is frequently required to sit, walk, or stand for possible long periods of time. The employee is required to run after students when needed. The employee must be able to stoop and bend to assist with all aspects of student toileting, which may include diapering and lifting on and off the toilet, changing tables and mats, and other specific hygiene needs. The employee must have... For full info follow application link.
It is the policy of Chippewa Valley Schools not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex (including but not limited to sexual orientation, gender identity), religion, national origin or ancestry, age, disability, height, weight, genetics, or marital status in its programs, services, activities, or employment. Inquiries related to nondiscrimination policies, questions, concerns or to file a complaint should be directed to: Civil Rights and Title IX Coordinator, Director of Human Resources, Chippewa Valley Schools Administration, 19120 Cass Avenue, Clinton Township, MI 48038 Phone: 586-723-2090 Email: [email protected] / Nondiscrimination inquiries related to disability should be directed to: Section 504 Coordinator, Director of Special Services, (same address) Phone: 586-723-2180 Email: [email protected]. Persons with disabilities needing accommodations for employment must notify Chippewa Valley Schools of their need in writing within 182 days. Civil Rights and Title IX inquiries can also be directed to the Department of Civil Rights at (800)482-3604 or [email protected].
