DEC - EC Teacher Assistant - Job Coach for Gaston Links

Gaston County Schools•Dallas, NC

About The Position

The employee provides support to students who have health, behavioral, or instructional needs to meet Individual Education Plan (IEP) goals and have success in the general curriculum.

Requirements

High School diploma.
Minimum of 48 semester hours (earned at a Regionally Accredited College/University) or an Associate’s degree; meets highly qualified (HQ) designation under federal No Child Left Behind (NCLB).
Willingness to obtain the CDL, if advertised as part of the duties.
Must be able to use a variety of equipment and classroom tools such as computers, copiers, typewriters, calculators, pencils, scissors, and equipment for children with special needs, etc.
Must be able to exert a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects.
Due to the amount of time spent standing and/or walking, physical requirements are consistent with those for Medium/Heavy Work. Must be able to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force to constantly move objects up to 10 pounds.
Must have the auditory, visual, and physical skills necessary to manage students and the classroom in a manner that assures reasonable safety to students under supervision.
Has regular attendance
Is punctual
Demonstrates a positive, can-do attitude
Demonstrates a strong work ethic
Able to follow school policies and procedures
Has a positive rapport with students
Has positive rapport with employees
Exhibits excellent computer skills
Excellent record-keeping abilities
Has strong oral and written communication skills with all audiences
Impeccable ethical behaviors
Provides appropriate behavior management techniques
Maintains confidentiality
Serves as a positive role model for students and colleagues
Positively supports the school and its programs
Uses time wisely
Willingly participates in professional learning related to the whole school and assigned duties, as offered in alignment with Teacher Assistant Calendar
Seeks duties beyond the regular assignment
Accepts and acknowledges diversity
Clearly understands and implements role differences between the teacher and teacher assistant
Understands the growth and development of the school’s students
Provides a positive atmosphere
Successfully operates office equipment
Completes tasks on a timely basis
Eagerly accepts other duties as assigned
Demonstrates knowledge of the stages of child development; communicates effectively; and develops positive relationships with assigned students.
Demonstrates an ability to organize assignments, and materials, and assist the professional(s) in the classroom as required.
Demonstrates ability to use sound judgment and confidentiality in approaching and working with sensitive and challenging students and situations, and the resulting information.
General knowledge of activities performed by the lead teacher.
General knowledge of daily routines of the classroom.
General knowledge of student handbook rules.
General knowledge of procedures to follow in the event of an emergency.
General knowledge of methods of adapting instruction, equipment, and tools for children with special needs.
General knowledge of the principles of organization and administration.
Some knowledge of the curriculum for the grade.
Ability to constantly monitor the safety and well-being of students, particularly when a student is participating in an inclusive activity.
Ability to motivate students.
Ability to maintain a clean and orderly environment.
Ability to perform general clerical duties.
Ability to maintain order and discipline in a classroom.
Ability to operate common office machines.
Ability to maintain basic files and records.
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships as necessitated by work assignments.

Responsibilities

Performs specific student duties related to health, behavior, and instruction, including but not limited to: assistance in the bathroom, cafeteria, and classroom.
Works with individuals or groups on any task assigned.
Actively participates in the teaching process, and modifies instruction/tasks when appropriate.
Prepares a variety of classroom materials, and operates the machines necessary for material preparation.
Reports collected data to appropriate individuals, including administrators, teachers, parents, and other related service providers.
Ensures appropriate interventions are monitored and maintained.
Participates in staff development and training to gain knowledge of health, behavioral, or instructional procedures specific to the assigned students.
Accompanies assigned students on all field trips.
Monitors assigned students during extracurricular events as assigned.
Accompanies assigned students on the bus as needed.
Participates in school functions.
Under close supervision assist in the acquisition of job skills and job development, as well as monitor the on-the-job performance of students with disabilities.
Assist the classroom teacher in planning, organizing, and implementing the instructional program.
Provide support for clerical, technical, and general classroom functions.
Report to the classroom teacher, building principal, Transition Facilitator, and EC Program Administrator.
Work to resolve obstacles to student work performance, e.g., social interaction conflicts, transportation issues, and changes in job expectations.
Participate in Transition Team Meetings for the purpose of providing information on student progress toward IEP transition goals.
Conduct data collection (evaluations, hours, etc.) as the student develops job skills, moves to indirect monitoring while role-modeling employee behaviors.
Work to resolve obstacles to student work performance, e.g., social interaction conflicts, transportation issues, and changes in job expectations.
Transport students during regular school hours, as required, via the school system transportation program.
Adheres to all components of the Bus Driver Agreement
Follows all parts of the Bus Driver Handbook
Eagerly accepts special driving assignments
Completes all bus reports accurately as assigned
Other duties as assigned.