Special Education Assistant II - IEP @Oak Grove Middle School #5466

Mt. Diablo Unified School District•Concord, CA

20h•Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision and evaluation by the site administrator, the Special Education Assistant II/IEP provides specialized instructional support services in various pre-K–12 and adult special education settings, including emotionally disturbed, autistic, behavioral, bilingual, full-inclusion, and assistive-technology settings. The position supports assigned students individually or in groups with instructional tasks, communication, social behavior, mobility, personal care, and participation in school activities. The role also includes maintaining records and performing related clerical duties. Other related duties may be required.

Requirements

High school diploma and either official transcripts showing at least two years of college (48 units) or an AA degree, or a passing score on the district's online proficiency exam; CBEST is accepted in lieu of the exam.
The proficiency exam, if required by Human Resources, must be completed and submitted before the application deadline.
Training and experience equivalent to high school graduation and one year of experience working with students, or completion of one year of college-level coursework in a field related to the assignment.
Successful completion of the Instructional Assistant Proficiency Examination and/or appropriate certification for the position.
Commitment to complete required training courses or in-services within the first six months of employment or promotion.
Knowledge of relevant subject matter, programs, and specialized instructional or communication procedures; individual differences in children; correct English usage, spelling, grammar, punctuation, and mathematics; general classroom procedures, practices, and equipment; needs of physically challenged and/or severely emotionally disturbed students; learning reinforcement and behavior modification techniques; and the diverse backgrounds of students with special needs.
Skill in applying specialized instructional or communication procedures; following oral and written directions; communicating clearly orally and in writing; establishing and maintaining cooperative relationships with school staff, students, and parents; reading, writing, and arithmetic; keeping school and student matters confidential; and understanding and appropriately responding to students' needs.
Ability to perform the position's duties with or without accommodation and learn and interpret rules, policies, regulations, and procedures.
A valid California Driver's License may be required.
Ability to meet applicable state and federal proficiency requirements and District Annual Notice requirements, including mandated reporting and blood-borne pathogen requirements.
First Aid and CPR certification required, renewed every two years.
Must successfully pass District pre-employment fingerprinting and TB testing.
One year of experience working with students or one year of related college-level coursework is identified as a desirable qualification.

Nice To Haves

A valid California Driver's License may be required.
One year of experience working with students or completion of one year of college-level coursework in a related field.
Successful completion of the Instructional Assistant Proficiency Examination and/or appropriate certification for the position.

Responsibilities

Communicate regularly with instructional team members regarding the student's daily performance.
Work with assigned students individually or in groups under supervision, assisting with instructional tasks and accommodations for individual needs.
Assist students in learning or using specialized equipment, instructional media, and tests.
Support the development and maintenance of appropriate social behaviors using positive reinforcement techniques, activities, and materials.
Escort students to and from buses and assist with transfers to and from classrooms and events.
Encourage and assist students in communicating and participating in social activities, including field trips and extracurricular activities.
Supervise students during snack, lunch, outdoor, and campus activities.
Assist students in learning gross motor skills and independent mobility.
Support students with diverse disabilities and backgrounds.
Prepare and maintain records and perform clerical duties related to special education programs.
May lift and move assigned students.
Assist students with self-feeding, grooming, and dressing skills.
Assist with toileting, which may frequently involve lifting, cleaning, and diapering; supervise teenage students using sanitary supplies.
May assist with community-based instruction.
May travel between locations.