Special Needs Program Assistant / Human Resources / Pool

K-8 • Ontario, CA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, the Special Needs Program Assistant supports the physical care of students with severe mental and/or physical disabilities and performs related duties as assigned. The position focuses primarily on meeting students’ physical care needs. The work is typically performed according to an assigned schedule and may be used at other sites or departments.

The assistant helps students with personal hygiene, grooming, eating, mobility, transportation, and access to school facilities. The role also supports classroom and playground activities, maintains safe and orderly facilities, provides emergency first aid after approved training, and assists teachers in implementing functional skills curricula for students with severe disabilities.

The position requires working effectively in a multi-ethnic setting and modeling culturally appropriate and sustaining practices that support student success. The employee works in a classroom setting where noise is generally quiet. A baseline physical examination may be required after an offer of employment and before the first day.

Requirements

• High school graduation or GED equivalent; the classification specification also refers to a Certificate of Competency.
• At least one year of experience working with special education children in an organized setting, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Current Community CPR/First Aid Certificate.
• Ability to assist students in developing self-help, social, and daily living skills, including eating, dressing, toileting, and personal grooming.
• Knowledge of classroom and playground safety procedures, conflict resolution methods, correct English usage, and basic first aid.
• Ability to organize, set priorities, and exercise sound judgment within areas of responsibility.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively orally and in writing, and to understand and follow written and oral instructions.
• Ability to lift, restrain, and discipline students according to approved policies and procedures.
• Ability to use tact, discretion, courtesy, and patience when working with students and handling sensitive situations.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with District staff, teachers, parents, students, and others.
• Ability to lift up to 100 pounds with appropriate assistance and meet the listed physical and mental demands of the role.
• Applicants must submit the required EdJoin documents, including proof of high school graduation. GED or out-of-state diploma applicants must also provide the applicable OMSD Instructional Aide Test documentation.
• Applicants must pass required testing to be considered further; testing may include written, oral, performance, or other evaluations.

Responsibilities

• Assist students with personal hygiene and grooming, including toilet training and changing diapers or clothes after accidents.
• Assist students with eating and other personal physical needs.
• Help students use wheelchairs, walkers, gait trainers, and lifts.
• Assist students with boarding and exiting school buses and vans, and assist bus drivers as needed.
• Help students access and leave school sites and use school facilities.
• Assist teachers with lunchroom and playground supervision.
• Help keep facilities neat, clean, and safe.
• Provide emergency medical first aid to students with severe disabilities in accordance with approved training and District policies.
• Assist teachers in implementing a functional skills curriculum designed for students with severe disabilities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED