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Job description
Special Education Personal Care Assistant
Under the direct supervision of a licensed teacher or administrator, the Special Programs Assistant II provides support services to students with special needs in the Structured Learning Program, Life Skills classroom, Transitions Program, or other programs that serve students with moderate to severe disabilities. Positions may be contingent upon available federal funding and the needs of given student(s).
Positions assigned to the Special Programs Assistant II classification are distinguished by the responsibility to provide, under teacher supervision, direct instruction and support to students with moderate to severe disabilities, and to assist in developing teaching materials.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must meet each requirement. The requirements below represent the knowledge, skill, and/or ability needed for the position.
High School Diploma or equivalent as required by OAR , Oregon Department of Education
18 years of age or older
Ability to work harmoniously with others and to communicate effectively (both orally and in writing) with students, parents, and staff
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions
Ability to maintain the confidentiality of students and their records
Ability to supervise individual or groups of students in an instructional setting without constant teacher oversight; work in a team situation
Ability to work with students who may exhibit aggressive behavior, as required of specific job assignment
Ability to work with students who require attention to basic feeding and personal hygiene needs, as required by specific job assignment
Demonstrate standards of moral character and behavior to serve as an effective role model for students
Understand essential provisions of IDEA, due process procedures, and the IEPs for children identified as disabled, as required by specific job assignment
Demonstrate a positive attitude in working with children with special needs
Knowledge of business English, spelling, math, office practices and procedures, and computer skills
Ability to direct and respond appropriately to students
Ability to work effectively in an environment that can be both physically and emotionally fatiguing; perform physically demanding requirements of the job
In an ESL/migratory position, as specified by the administrator, the ability to be bilingual in Spanish, English, or other languages (speak, read, and write)
Ability to deliver instructional programs to students with learning and physical disabilities and/or social behavior problems, as required by specific job assignments.
Perform physical requirements, which may include:
High level of degree of physical stamina and frequent lifting up to 50 lbs.
Frequent standing, walking, and bending
Physically restraining a student as needed, utilizing trained procedures
Possible exposure to bodily fluids in assisting students with using restrooms and in tending to injury and illness
Such alternatives to the above requirements as the School Board or Administration may deem appropriate and acceptable
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Assist special education teaching staff with implementing the individualized education plan (IEP). Participate as a member of the IEP team as requested and attend IEP meetings when required by the specific job assignment.
Assist special education teaching staff responsible for writing, reviewing, updating, implementing, and evaluating instructional programs, as required by specific job assignment.
Assist special education teaching staff responsible for preparation, implementation, and evaluation of individual and group behavioral programs, as required by specific job assignment.
Assist special education teaching staff in communicating with teachers and parents on students' progress, as required by specific job assignment.
Assist with recordkeeping to monitor students' daily and monthly data on instructional and behavioral progress, as required by specific job assignment.
Assist with physical management of students with disabilities, including lifting, moving, positioning, feeding, diapering/toileting, and personal hygiene, as required by specific job assignment. Additional nurse-directed procedures may be assigned.
Assist classroom teacher in diagnostic testing and reporting.
Provide remedial instruction as requested.
Prepare and teach a unit of instruction under a teacher's supervision.
Perform clerical duties such as typing, computer entry, duplicating, and recordkeeping. Provide supervision of student(s) in buildings or other school areas and school related activities (i.e., hall duty, at assemblies, in lunch and playground areas, or with school buses as required).
Assist the classroom teacher in maintaining class and student records.
Maintain a high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality of information about students and staff.
Participate in in-service programs as assigned.
Act as a friendly ambassador of the North Santiam School District
Perform such other tasks (which may require knowledge of other job descriptions) as deemed appropriate to the Board or Administration.
Physical demands described here represent those that an employee must meet to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Exposure to bodily fluids is possible when assisting students with restroom use and may also occur during student injury or illness.
Work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
Valid First Aid card as required
HQ Paraprofessional - At the time of hire, candidates must meet at least one of the following requirements or have the opportunity to take the Paraprofessional test to meet this requirement.
Associate's degree (college credits adding up to an associate's degree with math and writing courses)
Have passed a paraprofessional exam
Criminal Justice Fingerprint Clearance
Bloodborne Pathogen Training/Hepatitis B Shot Series Training as required
Worksite address
stayton, OR, 97383, US
Who can apply
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