Special Education Associate

Central Dewitt Community•Saint Joseph, IA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Special Education Associate assists certified staff at St. Joseph Catholic School with classroom instruction and student support under the direct supervision of a certified staff member. The role helps students meet instructional goals and objectives, reinforces learning individually and in small groups, and supports students with special needs in classroom activities and inclusion. The position is for two hours each morning, from 8:00 to 10:00, and is available as soon as possible.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Ability to carry out written or oral instructions.
Ability to perform basic arithmetic operations as needed to assist students.
Ability to understand, apply, and use personal computers and software applications such as Word and Excel.
Ability to work with a diverse group of individuals.
Ability to maintain confidentiality of information regarding students, employees, and others.
Ability to establish supportive and compassionate relationships with students with special needs.
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, staff, and others.
Ability to report work orally or in writing to a supervisor as required.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience working with children with special needs.

Responsibilities

Assist and guide students in reading, language arts, mathematics, computer instruction, and other skills.
Work with students individually and in small groups to reinforce basic learning and implement assigned programs.
Help professional staff administer and correct classroom exercises, tests, and assessments.
Assist with classroom preparation and strategies for reinforcing instructional materials and skills based on individual student needs.
Maintain records documenting student learning and performance.
Support classroom behavior management to minimize disruptions, maintain a safe and orderly classroom, and keep students on task.
Assist students in non-instructional settings and activities, including lunch, bus duty, playground duty, corridors, and study halls.
Accompany students on field trips and assist with supervision.
Construct, copy, distribute, and use educational materials as needed.
Assist teachers with parent contact when requested to support effective parent involvement in student education.
Support students with special needs in classroom instruction to promote inclusion, learning, achievement, and progress toward IEP objectives.
Participate in the IEP process and serve as a resource for the student personnel evaluation team as needed.
Assist students with physical or mental disabilities with activities of daily living to maximize their participation in school and learning activities.
Follow applicable safety rules and procedures for assisting all students, including those with disabilities or other special needs.
Select and requisition appropriate books, aids, supplies, and equipment, and maintain inventory records.
Assist guidance and pupil-services staff or building administration as needed.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Travel to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.