Ex Ed Educational Assistant

Hamilton County Schools • Chattanooga, TN

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About The Position

Hamilton County Schools, located in Chattanooga, TN, is working to ensure that all students thrive and experience a future without limits. We are committed to excellence for every student and are seeking outstanding leaders, teachers, support staff, and district employees who desire to make a difference in the lives of students. With nearly 75 schools, we are confident that you can find your place in Hamilton County. The purpose of this job is to provide teaching support and services under the direction of a licensed special education teacher in the implementation of Individual Education Programs for students with disabilities in general or special education classrooms, one-on-one or in small group settings, or with special, more narrowly defined services, or as otherwise needed.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Basic technology skills required.
• General office/clerical experience.
• Knowledge and skills to support the PreK-12 general curriculum.
• Must possess one of the following before reporting to work: (1) 48 semester hours or 72 quarter hours; (2) An Associate's degree or higher; (3) passing score on PRAXIS for Parapro Exam.
• One year of experience working with students with disabilities preferred.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to learn and implement a variety of teaching strategies.
• Demonstrate proficient verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with students who have a variety of disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide educational assistance to students with disabilities.
• Assist in preparing, modifying, and utilizing instructional materials to meet individual needs of students.
• Assist with development and implementation of Individual Education Program for each student.
• Assist with data collection and progress monitoring of student's physical, communication, social/emotional, and educational levels of development.
• Use special educational strategies and techniques to address students' academic needs.
• Provide physical assistance, including toileting, positioning, lifting, carrying, feeding, personal hygiene, or other assistance as determined by specific student needs.
• Oversee, monitor, or cover classes during the short term absence of the teacher.
• Assist teacher and work with students during various class activities.
• Prepare instructional materials for classroom use.
• Assist with instructional and assistive technology.
• Follow established procedures for ensuring students are safe.
• Perform clerical tasks in support of teaching activities, office operations, and/or other school functions.
• Respond appropriately to students' inappropriate behavior(s).
• Assist students and model appropriate social and professional behaviors during community experience or work based learning.
• Chaperone students on field trips occurring during the regular school day only.
• Communicate with supervisors, school officials, teachers, students, parents, vendors, the community, and other individuals as needed.
• Attend staff meetings, parent meetings, IEP-Team meetings, or other meetings as required.
• Maintain confidentiality and adhere to the Teacher Code of Ethics as defined by Tennessee Law.

Benefits

• Salary is based on a combination of relevant education and experience.
• Grade C Salary Scale.

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: High school or GED