Elementary Classroom Assistant II- Special Ed- Non Title I Sites

Edmond Public Schools•Edmond, OK

51d•$15 - $17•Onsite

About The Position

Personal Care Assistant (PCA) while working under the direction of a licensed special education staff, will assist one or more students in accomplishing instrumental activities of daily living, health-related functions, redirection of behavior and other tasks as identified in an Individualized Education Programs (IEP), Section 504 plan or health plan for assigned students. PCA may be assigned to work with students who have physical disabilities, healthcare/medical needs or require other forms of specialized care. PCA will offer assistance to support students with needs such as safety, social, behavioral, and physical, while always striving to allow for appropriate levels of student independence. PCA assists the teacher with classroom preparation, organization, and documentation.

Requirements

High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED).
The following must be completed and maintained upon employment: Annual GCN training, maintain CPR, first aid, & CPI certifications. Complete OSDE Pepper Module on Responsibilities and Ethics and ongoing professional development requirements of at minimum 6 hours per year as determined by the district.
PCA must have the ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, and to write simple correspondence. The PCA will need to be able to effectively communicate in one-on-one and small group situations to students and other employees of the school district. Ability to follow directions.
PCA must have the ability to perform basic math operations, such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Maintain accurate data records, which provide documentation of students' programs under the supervision of the special education teacher, administrator, and other professionals as needed.
PCA should have the ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables. Have the ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished to the PCA in written, oral, chart/diagram, or scheduled format. Ability to use sound judgement and make decisions in the absence of supervisor and work independently. Ability to deal courteously and tactfully with all district personnel and students. Ability to develop effective working relationships with students, staff, and the school community.
Ability to use computer and computer related programs and other technologies needed to perform essential job functions. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students and district personnel. Dress in appropriate clothing. Demonstrate punctuality and good attendance, report absences as directed by administration. Ability to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and Board of Education policies.
Knowledge of confidentiality laws. Demonstrate caring and compassionate personality & patience. Ability to make responsible judgments for students' safety.

Nice To Haves

Former experience with children, particularly special needs children is preferred.

Responsibilities

Adhere to federal laws; state regulations; district policy; including maintaining confidentiality regarding students.
Adhere to all building site procedures; classroom management rules and routines; as well as safety practices and procedures in all work venues.
Responsible for following directives of certified school personnel and carrying through with all activities deemed appropriate by the teacher who has classroom instruction and management responsibilities.
Supervise designated student(s) in a variety of educational settings (e.g., classroom, playground, specials (P.E., Music, Art), arrival and departure from school, busses, hallways, media center, computer lab, transition program job sites, etc.).
Assist with implementation of accommodations and/or modifications in mainstream classroom.
Accompany students to related services therapy sessions when appropriate.
Implement behavior modification techniques.
Mediate interpersonal conflicts between students.
Provide reinforcement and support according to IEPs and/or individual behavior plans.
Assist in preparation of classroom activities, materials, and subsequent follow-up/cleanup.
Collect data and documentation relative to student performance and behavior.
Demonstrate an understanding of prompt hierarchies (e.g., visual, verbal etc.).
Keep attendance; assist in calculations of data sheets.
Work with groups or individuals as instructed by the certified staff.
Supervise children during assemblies, rehearsals and performances of programs during the school day.
Supervise lunch and recess times.
Communicate with teacher all relevant observations and insights regarding the student's program, behavior modifications, and progress of students.
If school site participates in Special Olympics, PCA will assist in teaching and conditioning of student preparation for Special Olympics; as well as accompany students to Special Olympics.
Assist students using the restroom, change diapers, clean-up after student accidents.
Assist with daily living activities (e.g., may include but not limited to, eating, brushing teeth, buttoning, zipping, shoe tying, combing hair, etc.).
Assist with pre-vocational skills (e.g., sorting, sequencing, job type task-sweeping, cleaning, etc.).
Attend in-service training sessions.
Maintain required certifications.
Other duties as assigned.