Educational Assistant IV - Early Childhood Ed

Douglas County School District • Castle Rock, CO

266d • $19 - $25

About The Position

The Educational Assistant IV - Early Childhood Ed is responsible for providing assistance to teachers and special service providers, particularly in supporting the instruction and health needs of special education students in preschool. This role includes clerical support and may require mid-day travel based on student needs. The position is subject to change based on the requirements of the students.

Requirements

• High School or Equivalent (Required)
• CPR - American Heart Association certification
• First Aid - American Heart Association certification
• Ability to maintain a positive and professional attitude
• Effective operation and appropriate use of personal computers and office equipment
• Effective verbal and written English communication skills
• Strong detail orientation, time management, and organizational skills
• Willingness to uphold and demonstrate DCSD Core Values of Adaptability, Collaboration, Communication, Customer Focus, Managing Work Demands, and Professionalism
• Ability to work cooperatively with students, parents, colleagues, staff, and leaders.

Responsibilities

• Assist students with daily functions and life skills instruction such as food preparation, hand over hand or tube feeding, toileting, etc.
• Provide appropriate supervision of students throughout the day, including in the absence of the preschool teacher.
• Document health-related services in the designated Medicaid documentation system for the DCSD school Medicaid reimbursement program, as assigned.
• Assist in documentation of student learning and growth, including IEP goal progress monitoring and TS GOLD.
• Complete and maintain up-to-date records of all required district, department, and CDHS professional development trainings and competencies.
• Participate in a minimum of 15 hours of Early Childhood specific professional development annually.
• Perform other related duties as assigned or requested.
• Assist with materials preparation and implementation of interventions and strategies under the direction of the preschool teacher and/or special education team.
• Provide assistance to students in non-classroom settings, which may involve lifting children and/or equipment.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding student needs and abilities.
• Conduct proper cleaning and sanitizing of the classroom in accordance with local, Douglas County Health Board and CDHS regulations.
• Administer and document prescription medication to students and perform medical procedures, as delegated.
• Communicate and interact appropriately with students, families, and school personnel.
• Support classroom setup/cleanup, lesson plans, and materials preparation under the direction of the preschool teacher.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• Health savings account (HSA)
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA)
• District paid and voluntary additional life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance
• Short and long-term disability insurance
• Critical illness and accident voluntary insurance
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Voluntary 401(k), 403(b), and 457 retirement plan options
• Paid sick and personal time

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: High school or GED