Decatur Elementary School - Special Education Assistant (Resource) - 1.0 FTE

Seattle Public Schools•Decatur Elementary, WA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is assigned to the Resource service pathway at Decatur Elementary School. The job of Special Education Assistant/ISE-203 is to assist in the supervision, care, and instruction of special needs students in a regular or self-contained classroom. This includes helping to implement instructional plans, monitoring student behavior during non-classroom time, providing information to school personnel, and attending IEP meetings. The specific duties may vary depending on the school or program needs, such as generalist, severe/profound, behavior disorder, hearing impaired, or autism.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least one of the following: a qualifying score on the Education Testing Service paraeducator assessment, an associate degree or higher, seventy-two quarter credits or forty-eight semester credits at the one hundred level or higher at an accredited college or university, or completion of an apprenticeship as a paraeducator.
Ability to perform basic math, including calculations with fractions, percents, and ratios.
Ability to read various manuals, write documents in prescribed formats, and present information to others.
Ability to understand complex, multi-step written and oral instructions.
Knowledge of instructional procedures and practices.
Knowledge of age-appropriate student activities.
Knowledge of safety practices and procedures.
Knowledge of conflict resolution.
Knowledge of stages of child development/behavior.
Ability to adhere to safety practices.
Ability to operate standard office equipment, including pertinent software applications.
Ability to prepare and maintain accurate records.
Ability to gather and/or collate data.
Ability to use job-related equipment.
Flexibility to work with others in various circumstances.
Ability to work with data using defined and similar processes.
Ability to operate equipment using standardized methods.
Ability to work with a wide diversity of individuals.
Ability to work with similar types of data.
Problem-solving skills to identify issues and create action plans when working with others.
Ability to adapt to changing work priorities.
Ability to communicate with diverse groups.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Ability to work as part of a team.
Ability to work with constant interruptions.
Ability to keyboard.
Ability to learn to use personal computers.
May require the ability to do basic signing.
Valid State of Washington Driver's License or evidence of equivalent mobility.
Secure Training, CPR, First Aid.
Criminal Justice Fingerprint Background Clearance.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with children.

Responsibilities

Adapts classroom activities, assignments, and/or materials under the direction of the teacher to ensure all special education students can participate.
Administers a variety of materials and assignments, such as tests and homework, and grades papers and folders to assist the teacher in evaluating student progress and organizing student needs.
Administers first aid and medical assistance as required.
Assists students with personal care needs due to medical conditions or physical limitations.
Attends meetings and in-service presentations for professional development and information sharing.
Confers regularly with teachers (special education and mainstream) to assist in evaluating student progress and implementing IEP objectives.
Confers with teachers and/or parents via phone, email, or meetings to provide information on student progress as per their individual educational program.
Directs and implements behavioral plans for students with behavior disorders or other conditions to meet special education needs, ensure safety, and provide a consistent environment.
Instructs students in academic subjects, social skills, and daily living skills in individual and group settings to reinforce instructional objectives, implement remediation plans, and ensure student success.
Maintains instructional materials and student files/records, including adapting materials and tracking attendance, to ensure availability and provide reliable information.
Monitors students during assigned periods in various school environments (restrooms, playgrounds, hallways, etc.) to assist students and maintain a safe learning environment.
Performs other related duties as assigned to ensure efficient and effective functioning.