Educational Assistant IV - Early Childhood Ed

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 medical needs of special education students who are preschool-age. The role includes some clerical support and is subject to change based on student needs. The position may require mid-day travel, especially for EA IV Variable/Floater positions, using a personal vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Maintain confidentiality regarding student needs and abilities
• Conduct proper cleaning and sanitizing of classroom in accordance with local, Douglas County Health Board (DCHB) 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 set up/clean up, lesson plans and materials preparation under the direction of the preschool teacher and/or licensed/certified provider
• 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 (e.g., IEP goal progress monitoring, TS GOLD, etc.)
• Complete and maintain up-to-date records of all required district, department, and CDHS professional development trainings, competencies, and accounts
• 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 (e.g., bathroom, playground, bus transference, etc.) which may involve lifting children and/or equipment

Requirements

• High School or Equivalent (Required)
• CPR - American Heart Association certification
• First Aid - American Heart Association certification
• Ability to consistently maintain a generally positive and professional attitude
• Effective operation and appropriate use of personal computers, software applications, general office equipment and telephone systems
• Effective verbal and written English communication skills and a demonstrated ability to read and comprehend written/graphic and oral instructions
• Ability to meet attendance standards and work the hours necessary to perform the essential functions of the job
• Strong detail orientation, time management and organizational skills
• Willingness and ability to uphold and demonstrate DCSD Core Values of Adaptability, Collaboration, Communication, Customer Focus, Managing Work Demands and Professionalism
• Willingness and commitment to observe and model all District policies and procedures
• Ability to work cooperatively with students, parents, colleagues, staff and leaders to meet the diverse needs of the school community

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• Health savings account (HSA)
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA)
• District paid and voluntary additional (supplemental) 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