SPED EA IV - ESY - Bridge Transition Program

Douglas County School District

2d•$20 - $31•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for assisting young adults (ages 18 - 21) with special needs to acquire and maintain employment skills in relation to each individual’s own needs in a variety of community businesses and classroom settings through evaluation of job skills and modifying jobs with employers. The location of this position is based on student need and is subject to change as needed. Develops and promotes good community relations among various district and community clientele.

Requirements

High School or Equivalent (Required)
Crisis Prevention Certification - Colorado
First Aid/CPR Certification - Colorado
Intervention Certification - Colorado
Small Vehicle Driver's License - Douglas County School District
Valid Colorado Driver’s License - Colorado DMV

Responsibilities

May assist and escort student in bus transference, which may involve lifting children and/or equipment.
May provide assistance to students in non-classroom settings.
Administer and document prescription medication to students and perform medical procedures.
Communicate with parents and other school personnel as needed.
Respect confidentiality regarding student needs and abilities.
Perform other related duties as assigned or requested.
May provide assistance in some therapeutic activities as prescribed by therapist and assist in documentation of progress and services.
Document health related services in designated Medicaid documentation system for the DCSD School Medicaid Reimbursement Program as assigned.
May be responsible for classroom supervision in the absence of the teacher.
Support daily and long range lessons and activities under the direction of a certified teacher to meet Individual Education Plan (IEP) goals.
Assist students with daily functions such as food preparation, hand over hand or tube feeding, toileting, etc., as well as life skills instructions.
Collaborate and consult with special needs team and other specialist on various activities, planning, and resource allocations.