Instructional Assistant - SPEA - ED

Campbell County School District #1•Gillette, WY

20h•Onsite

About The Position

The job of Instructional Assistant - SPEA - ED is done for the purpose/s of effecting positive behavior change in students; assisting the teacher in helping the identified students to reach academic standards; performing clerical related procedures in support of the instructional process; and complying with federal, state, county, and district regulations, policies, and procedures.

Requirements

Administering first aid
Adhering to safety practices
Operating standard office equipment
Matching student to materials and delivery method
Preparing and maintaining accurate records
Knowledge of age appropriate activities
Knowledge of M.A.N.D.T. training
Knowledge of stages of child development
Knowledge of health standards and hazards
Knowledge of Applied Behavioral Analysis and behavior modification
Knowledge of safety practices and procedures
Ability to schedule activities and/or meetings
Ability to gather and/or collate data
Ability to use job-related equipment
Flexibility to independently work with others in a wide variety of circumstances
Flexibility to work with data utilizing defined and similar processes
Flexibility to operate equipment using a variety of processes
Ability to work with a wide diversity of individuals
Ability to work with similar types of data
Ability to utilize a wide variety of types of job-related equipment
Independent problem solving to analyze issues and create action plans
Independent interpretation of data for problem solving
Moderate problem solving with equipment
Communicating with diverse groups
Maintaining confidentiality
Exhibiting patience and compassion
Working with frequent interruptions
Job related experience
High School diploma or equivalent
CPR/First Aid Certificate

Nice To Haves

M.A.N.D.T. training
Applied Behavioral Analysis and behavior modification

Responsibilities

Assists in developing procedures and training materials for students with emotional disabilities for the purpose of ensuring compliance with district, state, county and federal regulations.
Attends meetings as requested (e.g. inservice training, workshops, IEP’s, Building Intervention Team, etc.) for the purpose of receiving and/or conveying information.
Conducts workshops, training, in-service presentations and/or training for the purpose of developing skills and establishing effective relationships with behavioral disorder students.
Implements programs for emotionally disabled students under direction of the teacher (e.g. behavioral plans, lesson plans, disciplinary actions, etc.) for the purpose of assisting the teacher in improving students' academic and life skill success through a defined course of study while meeting their educational and developmental needs.
Instructs identified students one on one or in small groups (e.g. math groups, providing proper examples, reading, behavioral skills, daily living skills, writing, verbal skills, etc.) for the purpose of assisting students in making progress on their IEP goals.
Performs record keeping and clerical functions (e.g. displays, bulletin board, copying, instructional materials, crafts, collecting & grading papers, etc.) for the purpose of supporting the teacher in preparing records and materials.
Prepares written and/or audio visual materials (e.g. daily log, recording observations, lesson materials, etc.) for the purpose of conveying information related to the student/s.
Promotes good habits for the purpose of improving the quality of student outcome and encouraging student development.
Supervises individuals and/or small groups of identified students (e.g. field trips, classroom, bus, playground, lunch room, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring a safe and positive learning environment.
Assists other personnel, as may be required, for the purpose of ensuring an efficient and effective work environment.