JOB DESCRIPTION Grossmont Union High School District SPECIAL EDUCATION AIDE Purpose Statement: The job of Special Education Aide is done for the purpose/s of assisting in the supervision and instruction of Special Education students under the supervision of a certificated teacher in a special education or regular classroom; observing and documenting student progress; implementing plans for instruction; and providing clerical support to teacher. Incumbents in this classification provide direct academic support to students and teachers which directly supports learning. This job reports to Principal or Designee Essential Functions • Adapts classroom activities, assignments and/or materials under the direction of the teacher for the purpose of providing an opportunity for all special education students to participate in classroom activities. • Assists students with personal hygiene needs (e.g. toileting, feeding, gastric tube feeding, showering, etc.) for the purpose of providing for and/or developing students daily living activities and behavioral skills. • Confers with teachers as requested for the purpose of assisting in evaluating special education student progress, coordinating tests and homework assignments, and/or implementing IEP objectives. • Implements academic instruction taught by a teacher for individuals or small groups for the purpose of meeting learning goals, as described by an IEP and/or district benchmarks. • Implements behavioral plans designed by IEP team for students with behavior disorders or other special conditions for the purpose of assisting in meeting special education students needs and providing a consistent environment. • Instructs special education students, one-on-one or in break-out sessions (e.g. math groups, science experiments, reading, behavioral skills, daily living skills, writing, verbal skills, vocational skills, etc.) for the purpose of implementing goals for remediation of student deficiencies and ensuring students success. • Maintains files and/or records (e.g. bulletin boards, daily attendance information, instructional materials, etc.) for the purpose of documenting and/or providing reliable information. • Monitors special education students (e.g. lunch, playground, field trips, library, regular classroom, restroom, halls, etc.) for the purpose of providing a safe and positive learning environment. • Performs record keeping and clerical functions (e.g. correcting papers, writing observations, copying, instructional materials, report cards, transcripts, etc.) for the purpose of supporting the teacher in providing necessary records/materials. • Prepares/processes food and assists in the feeding of assigned students for the purpose of meeting the nutritional needs of medically fragile children. • Processes student work, supplies, and materials (e.g. collecting, grading, distributing, etc.) for the purpose of disseminating materials as needed. • Provides physician ordered therapies under the direction of a licensed therapist for the purpose of addressing students’ health care needs. • Reports observations and incidents relating to specific students (e.g. fights, inappropriate social behavior, etc.) for the purpose of providing documentation and/or communicating information to appropriate personnel. • Responds to emergency situations (e.g. injured student, fights, run away, etc.) for the purpose of resolving immediate safety concerns. Other Functions • Assists other personnel as may be required for the purpose of ensuring an efficient and effective work environment. • Attends meetings and workshops for the purpose of receiving and/or conveying information relative to job functions. Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications SKILLS are required to perform multiple, non-technical tasks with a potential need to upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skills required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: adhering to safety practices; administering first aid; operating standard office equipment including pertinent software applications; utilizing a variety of equipment used in the care and handling of students with severe disabilities; and preparing and maintaining accurate records. KNOWLEDGE is required to perform basic math, including calculations using fractions, percents, and/or ratios; read a variety of manuals, write documents following prescribed formats, and/or present information to others; and understand complex, multi-step written and oral instructions. Specific knowledge required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job includes: instructional procedures and practices; age appropriate student activities; safety practices and procedures; and behavior patterns and developmental limitations of special needs students. ABILITY is required to schedule activities and/or meetings; gather, collate, and/or classify data; and use job-related equipment. Flexibility is required to work with others in a wide variety of circumstances; work with data utilizing defined but different processes; and operate equipment using a variety of standardized methods. Ability is also required to work with a diversity of individuals and/or groups; work with similar types of data; and utilize a variety of job-related equipment. In working with others, problem solving is required to identify issues and create action plans. Problem solving with data may require independent interpretation; and problem solving with equipment is moderate. Specific abilities required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: establishing and maintaining effective relationships (especially with students); adapting to changing work priorities; maintaining confidentiality; working as part of a team; and working with constant interruptions. Responsibility Responsibilities include: working under direct supervision using standardized procedures; providing information and/or advising others; and operating within a defined budget. Utilization of some resources from other work units is often required to perform the job's functions. There is a continual opportunity to impact the Organization’s services. Working Environment The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; some stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling; and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally the job requires 50% sitting, 25% walking, and 25% standing. The job is performed under minimal temperature variations and some hazardous conditions. Experience Job related experience is required. Education High School diploma or equivalent. Required Testing As required for position Certificates & Lincenses 48 college credits, hours or an AA degree, or be able to demonstrate college level skills by passing a proficiency exam. Continuing Educ. / Training None Specified Clearances Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance; TB Clearance FLSA Status Approval Date Salary Grade Non Exempt 11/10/2005 Unit II 33