AB Special Education Instructional Assistant at The REACH Charter School

About the Employer

The REACH School is a creative, liberal arts school that supports the emerging child in becoming a whole person through the integration of strong academics, creative arts, and community involvement in an environment that fosters acceptance of and respect for self and others. We are a California independent charter school located near Sebastopol, CA that believes in: - Maintaining high expectations for achievement for all students - Valuing responsible behavior and treat all with respect - Engaging in creative and cooperative learning and problem solving - Creating a culture that fosters dignity and integrity - Embracing community involvement and service - Participating in cooperative/interactive relationships with families in the program - Modeling the joy of learning as a life-long process

Job Summary

Job Summary

REACH School Special Education Instructional Aide School Description: The REACH School is a small independent charter school with a maximum enrollment of 135 students with a focus on both social-emotional learning and academic excellence. The REACH School is founded on the vision of supporting the emerging child in becoming a whole person through the integration of strong academics, creative arts and community involvement in an environment that fosters responsibility and respect for self and others. REACH provides project-based learning with an emphasis on experiential learning, including many field trips. Class sizes are kept to an average of 24 students by having REACH community support in the classroom, on field trips and fundraising. Aides are employed on an at-will basis and are hired by and report to the School Director. Position Title: Special Education Instructional Aide Work Year and Compensation This is a part-time position, 5 days a week for the length of the school year. DOE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Curriculum and Instruction • Assist a certificated teacher in reinforcing instruction to individual or small groups of special education students in a classroom or other learning environment. • Monitor and oversee student tests, practices and assignments in various subjects. • Assist assigned teacher with the implementation of IEP’s and behavior plans; confer with the teacher concerning IEPs, lesson plans and materials to meet student needs. • Assist students in completing classroom assignments, homework and projects in various subject areas. • Assure student understanding of classroom rules and procedures; assist students by answering questions, providing proper examples, emotional support, respectful attitude and general guidance. • Perform routine clerical duties. • Perform other related duties as assigned. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: • Enjoys working with children. • Previous experience working with special needs

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