Special Education Assistant - Learning Communicatively Handicapped # 258 Chavez High School

Stockton Unified School District•Stockton, CA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, the Special Education Assistant performs paraprofessional instructional activities and supports intensified learning experiences for students with learning and communication disabilities and students who are hard of hearing. The assistant helps implement individual educational plans under teacher supervision, supports academic, social, behavioral, and recreational activities, and provides related assistance to instructional staff. Duties may also include student supervision and care, clerical tasks, preparing instructional materials, operating educational equipment, and other related duties as assigned. The position requires a high school diploma or GED and compliance with federal paraprofessional requirements through at least 48 semester college units, an applicable NCLB certificate, or qualifying paraprofessional assessment/training. The job description also specifies at least one year of experience working with students with disabilities, including academic activities, and at least one semester of coursework in special education or a related field. A District First Aid Course Certificate is required within six months of hire; CPR and a valid American Red Cross First Aid Certificate are preferred. The District advertises whether a vacancy is one-on-one and whether toileting may be necessary. A one-on-one employee may be reassigned between school sites according to student needs. The District offers free Kaiser health benefits for the employee and family, 10 paid vacation days, 10 sick leave days, and a floating holiday.

Requirements

High school graduation or GED.
At least 48 semester units from an accredited college or university, an applicable NCLB certificate, or qualifying District/county assessment or paraprofessional training documenting compliance with federal requirements.
At least one year of experience working with students with disabilities, including academic activities.
At least one semester of coursework in special education or a related field.
Demonstrate an empathetic, patient, and receptive attitude toward students with specialized learning and behavioral needs.
Establish and maintain effective relationships with teachers, therapists, and other certificated staff.
Communicate satisfactorily orally and in writing and serve as an appropriate model.
Gain students’ confidence and encourage and assist them in therapy, classroom, and recreational activities.
Assist with students’ physical care, including administering first aid when necessary.
Respond appropriately to behavior exhibited by students with disabilities and remain calm under stress.
Understand and maintain confidentiality.
Follow a work schedule that may change from day to day.
Perform routine clerical tasks and operate office and educational equipment.
Successfully supervise students and use safe working conditions.
Submit proof of compliance with the federal paraprofessional requirement and required application materials, including a transcript or qualifying compliance documentation, a letter of introduction, and an updated resume.

Nice To Haves

CPR Certificate.
Valid American Red Cross First Aid Certificate.

Responsibilities

Assist instructional personnel in implementing individual educational plans under teacher supervision, including behavior modification strategies.
Assist students with academic instruction in self-contained, integrated, and resource-class settings.
Tutor individuals and small groups to reinforce and follow up on learning activities.
Monitor and assist students with drills, practice, and study activities in reading, spelling, language skills, arts and crafts, and other subjects as directed by the teacher.
Supervise students during study, lunch, and play periods.
Support the development and maintenance of appropriate social behaviors using positive reinforcement techniques, activities, and materials.
Maintain student performance records and files.
Assist with testing and scoring tests.
Help develop and implement plans to meet students’ needs.
Prepare instructional materials.
Operate audio-visual and other educational equipment, including projectors, tape recorders, and learning machines.
May type and duplicate lessons, tests, and other instructional materials.
May assist students to and from buses.
Take attendance and lunch counts.
Provide first aid when necessary.
May drive a District vehicle to transport students to and from sites.
Maintain classroom routine and discipline for short periods when the teacher is absent.
Perform clerical work and help keep the study area attractive and orderly.
Attend staff meetings.
Perform other related duties as assigned.