Special Education Teacher Assistant

About the Employer

Teacher Associate (SP ED - LV II)

Job Title and Hours

Job Title: Teacher Associate (SP ED - LV II)
Hours: 8:30am-3:45pm M, T, Th, F; 8:30am-1:45pm W
Location: Clay Elementary

Qualifications

Required:

High school diploma or GED Demonstrated ability to successfully work with the needs of all pre-K thru 12th grade students. Successful completion of physical, criminal background and child abuse registry check, and pre-work screening at time of hire.

Desired:

Successful work or volunteer experience with disabled populations Supervisory experience with school-age children

Experience and Education

Ability to obtain required training, including but not limited to the following: certification to administer medication to students, American Heart or Red Cross First Aid/CPR Certification, Crisis Prevention Institute Training (CPI) Ability to work with all students with diverse needs. 48 credit hours post-secondary education or para-educator certification from the Iowa Department of Education

Reports to and Job Goal

Reports to: Building Principal and Director of Special Education
Job Goal:
To work under the supervision of teacher(s) or other licensed personnel who have the ultimate responsibility for the design and implementation of education and related service programs; to contribute to the social, emotional, and intellectual growth of children and youth.

Performance Responsibilities

Assisting with Instruction and Supervision

Assists with small groups and/or individual student instruction and supervision. Assists in maintaining a safe and orderly learning environment in a variety of school settings (i.e., classroom, lunchroom, playground, field trips). Assists with classroom set up and material preparation. Assists with physical or behavioral needs of individual students.

Classroom Management and Safety

Operates standard school equipment (i.e., computer, copier, audio-visual equipment). Completes clerical tasks as assigned. Uses standard universal health precautions. Reads and comprehends at the student's grade level or above. Practices being a positive motivator and able to develop working rapport with the student.

Communication and Interactions

Relates to and interacts with students using positive reinforcement and effective communication. Communicates effectively with all staff.

Administrative Tasks

Follows Kronos rules for clocking in and out. Follows IEP and teacher's directives. Does not get visibility upset by occasional bad language, threat of physical violence or personal habits of students.

Daily Activities and Responsibilities

Implements daily activities (crafts, board games, activities, large group games or activities). Maintains a clean, sanitary, orderly and safe environment. Ensures the health and safety of the student at the building, on the outdoor play areas and on field trips. Is knowledgeable about program policies and procedures. Records behavioral incidents (time out, problem reports, accident reports, etc).

Paperwork and Reporting

Keeps all assigned paperwork up-to-date and submits in a timely manner (such as Medicaid, student academic or behavioral data). Serves as a positive role model for the students. Participates in home visits accompanied by the teacher when asked. Assists in the preparation, serving, and clean-up of breakfast, lunch, and snacks as needed.

Professional Growth and Development

Attends required staff meetings. Maintains professional growth, current mandatory reporting training, First Aid, CPR certification as required by state and federal regulations. Assumes duties and responsibilities as may be assigned by the teacher or principal. Completes annual Bloodborne Pathogens Training.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described above represent real-life tasks an employee may need to perform as part of the essential functions of this job. While the frequency may be low, the above-stated physical demands may be required during the course of a daily work shift. Tasks that have physical demands that exceed the above-stated limits should only be performed with sufficient manpower or material handling equipment.

Clothing

Outdoor clothing including coats, boots, gloves, and hat dependent on environmental conditions.
Appropriate footwear for an environment where sharps, chemicals, or body fluids may fall onto exposed skin.

Evaluation and Terms of Employment

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of Southeast Polk Board Policy.
Terms of employment: Employment based on need. Hours and number of days assigned as need requires.

Disclaimer

The statements of this job description are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel in this position. These statements are not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under his or her supervision.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

It is the policy of the Southeast Polk Community School District not to illegally discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, creed, age (for employment), marital status (for programs), sexual orientation, gender identity and socioeconomic status (for programs) in its educational programs and its employment practices. If you have questions or a grievance related to this policy please contact Joseph M. Horton, Associate Superintendent, Affirmative Action Coordinator, Equity Coordinator, and Title IX Coordinator, Southeast Polk District Office, 407 8th St SE, Altoona, IA 50009, (515) 967-4294, joseph.horton@southeastpolk.org.
Inquiries or grievances may also be directed to the Iowa Civil Rights Commission, Des Moines, IA, 50319-0201, (515) 281-4121; or the Director of the Region VII Office of Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, John C. Kluczynski Federal Building, 230 S. Dearborn St., 37th Floor, Chicago, IL 60604.