Instructional Aide, Special Education / Creekside Early Learning Center - Repost at Alpine Union School District
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Definition: Under the direction of a Special Education teacher or other assigned administrator, assist in the instructional program and behavioral management of physically, emotionally and learning disabled students in Special Day Class, Resource Specialist Programs and/or any other regular education of special education program; provide instruction and a positive role model to students in basic living skills, social interactions and academic development.
Training and Experience: AA degree or higher; OR 48 units of higher education (transcript must be provided); OR pass the Alpine Union School District Paraprofessional Proficiency Exam. A typical qualifying background would include graduation from high school and some experience working with disabled children in an organized setting. Must have successfully completed the District's competency-based program requirements as an Instructional Aide Special Education Trainee within a six-month period.
Qualifications Guide
Knowledge of: Child guidance principles and practices; basic subjects taught in District schools; effective interpersonal and communication skills; behavior management and positive reinforcement; classroom procedures and appropriate conduct; basic record-keeping methods.
Ability to: Tutor individual and small groups of special education students in academic subjects, physical education, basic living skills and other assigned instructional areas. Provide support and assistance to a teacher in implementing IEP objectives for individual students. Provide medically related assistance to students with special physical needs. Answer questions and assist students in a variety of academic subjects. Utilize behavior management techniques according to established guidelines.
Physical: The selected candidate must be able to perform the duties of a rigorous work schedule which includes lifting, loading, and unloading and pass a physical examination certifying this ability; stand and walk for extended periods of time; lift, move and restrain students aged three years to fifteen years as required; participate in physical activities on the playground; supervise students in community-based activities.
Examples of Duties: Assist the teacher in modifying curriculum and instruction to meet the special needs of individual students; assist in implementing Individualized Education Program (IEP) objectives; assist in administering academic assessment tests; correct student work; record appropriate data; assist teachers with supervision of pupils in the classroom and on the playground; assist students in getting on and off school buses; lift and assist students in the use of wheelchairs, classroom and playground equipment, bathrooms and other school facilities; under the training of the nurse, perform a variety of medically related duties including administering medications, tube feeding, oral and tracheal suctioning, catheterization and changing colostomy bags as required by individual students; apply feeding techniques as prescribed by the teacher; assist students with toileting as assigned; assist students with orthopedic and other adaptive device; perform other related duties as assigned.
Training and Experience: AA degree or higher; OR 48 units of higher education (transcript must be provided); OR pass the Alpine Union School District Paraprofessional Proficiency Exam. A typical qualifying background would include graduation from high school and some experience working with disabled children in an organized setting. Must have successfully completed the District's competency-based program requirements as an Instructional Aide Special Education Trainee within a six-month period.
Qualifications Guide
Knowledge of: Child guidance principles and practices; basic subjects taught in District schools; effective interpersonal and communication skills; behavior management and positive reinforcement; classroom procedures and appropriate conduct; basic record-keeping methods.
Ability to: Tutor individual and small groups of special education students in academic subjects, physical education, basic living skills and other assigned instructional areas. Provide support and assistance to a teacher in implementing IEP objectives for individual students. Provide medically related assistance to students with special physical needs. Answer questions and assist students in a variety of academic subjects. Utilize behavior management techniques according to established guidelines.
Physical: The selected candidate must be able to perform the duties of a rigorous work schedule which includes lifting, loading, and unloading and pass a physical examination certifying this ability; stand and walk for extended periods of time; lift, move and restrain students aged three years to fifteen years as required; participate in physical activities on the playground; supervise students in community-based activities.
Examples of Duties: Assist the teacher in modifying curriculum and instruction to meet the special needs of individual students; assist in implementing Individualized Education Program (IEP) objectives; assist in administering academic assessment tests; correct student work; record appropriate data; assist teachers with supervision of pupils in the classroom and on the playground; assist students in getting on and off school buses; lift and assist students in the use of wheelchairs, classroom and playground equipment, bathrooms and other school facilities; under the training of the nurse, perform a variety of medically related duties including administering medications, tube feeding, oral and tracheal suctioning, catheterization and changing colostomy bags as required by individual students; apply feeding techniques as prescribed by the teacher; assist students with toileting as assigned; assist students with orthopedic and other adaptive device; perform other related duties as assigned.
Requirements / Qualifications
Requirements / Qualifications
Applicant must have one of the following: AA degree or higher OR 48 units of higher education OR take and pass the district paraprofessional exam. APPLY: Applications are accepted online ONLY through www.edjoin.org. Please attach a copy of the following: *Letter of Introduction *Current Resume *2-3 letters of recommendation dated within the last (1) year ALL ITEMS MUST BE SUBMITTED IN ORDER TO BE CONSIDERED.
Applicant must have one of the following: AA degree or higher OR 48 units of higher education OR take and pass the district paraprofessional exam. APPLY: Applications are accepted online ONLY through www.edjoin.org. Please attach a copy of the following: *Letter of Introduction *Current Resume *2-3 letters of recommendation dated within the last (1) year ALL ITEMS MUST BE SUBMITTED IN ORDER TO BE CONSIDERED.
Comments and Other Information
There are currently 2 vacancies:
o 3 hours/day, from 8:55 a.m. – 11:55 a.m. at Creekside Early Learning Center
o 3 hours/day, from 12:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. at Creekside Early Learning Center
ALL CURRENT EMPLOYEES interested in transferring into this position from the same classification must file a written request. All other employees interested in this position must complete the on-line application.
Salary: Placement will be at Range 8 on the Classified Salary Schedule with a maximum of a 6 month training period to complete the IASE Competency Program packet. Failure to do so will result in transition into the regular classroom or termination. It is the responsibility of the IASE Trainee to monitor this timeline to ensure successful completion of the training process. When training is complete, the employee will be moved to Range 14 on the Classified Salary Schedule.
PRE-PLACEMENT MEDICAL EXAMINATION: Appointment is contingent upon passing a pre-placement physical that includes a drug screen.
FINGERPRINT REQUIREMENT: California State Law requires that all employees be fingerprinted and show proof of legal right to work in the United States. Employment is contingent upon fingerprint clearance.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: Accommodations are provided for disabled persons. Advance notice is necessary.
Call (619) 445-0802.
OATH OF ALLEGIANCE: New employees must sign and agree to abide by the provisons of the State of California Loyalty Oath.
Comments and Other Information
There are currently 2 vacancies:
o 3 hours/day, from 8:55 a.m. – 11:55 a.m. at Creekside Early Learning Center
o 3 hours/day, from 12:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. at Creekside Early Learning Center
ALL CURRENT EMPLOYEES interested in transferring into this position from the same classification must file a written request. All other employees interested in this position must complete the on-line application.
Salary: Placement will be at Range 8 on the Classified Salary Schedule with a maximum of a 6 month training period to complete the IASE Competency Program packet. Failure to do so will result in transition into the regular classroom or termination. It is the responsibility of the IASE Trainee to monitor this timeline to ensure successful completion of the training process. When training is complete, the employee will be moved to Range 14 on the Classified Salary Schedule.
PRE-PLACEMENT MEDICAL EXAMINATION: Appointment is contingent upon passing a pre-placement physical that includes a drug screen.
FINGERPRINT REQUIREMENT: California State Law requires that all employees be fingerprinted and show proof of legal right to work in the United States. Employment is contingent upon fingerprint clearance.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: Accommodations are provided for disabled persons. Advance notice is necessary.
Call (619) 445-0802.
OATH OF ALLEGIANCE: New employees must sign and agree to abide by the provisons of the State of California Loyalty Oath.
Application Deadline
2/21/2019 11:55 PM Pacific
Date Posted
2/14/2019
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Number of Openings
2
Add'l Salary Info
Placement will start at Range 8 ($12.20/hour) on the Classified Salary Schedule with a 6-month training period. When training is complete, the employee will be moved to Range 14 ($14.12) on the Classified Salary Schedule.
Length of Work Year
10 months/year; position is 3 hours/day
Employment Type
Part Time