SPED Instructional Assistant - Sespe Preschool

Fillmore Unified School District•Fillmore, CA

71d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of an assigned supervisor, assist a certificated teacher in providing instruction to individual and/or small groups of students in a special education program. Monitors and reports progress regarding behavior, health, social and cognitive performance. Perform a variety of clerical and supportive duties related to program needs and classroom activities.

Requirements

Basic principles and practices of child development.
General needs and behavior of children.
Methods and techniques of instruction.
Basic subjects taught in District schools, including arithmetic, grammar, spelling, language and reading.
Safe practices in classroom and playground activities.
Pertinent Federal, State and local laws, codes and regulations.
Classroom procedures and equipment.
Oral and written communication skills.
Reading and writing communication skills
Assist with instruction and related activities in a special education program
Understand and follow oral and written directions
Assist students with all subjects and lessons taught in the classroom
Assist in supervising and disciplining assigned students according to approved policies and procedures
Plan and organize work; maintain records and prepare reports; meet schedules and timelines
Communicate effectively with students and adults
Operate a variety of office equipment such as, but not limited to, computer terminal, typewriter, calculator, telephone, fax, two-way radio and copier
Ability to read and write at the level required to perform the duties of this position - print and write legibly
Supervise and discipline students according to approved procedures
Assist students and staff with various self-help and health procedures
Accept and carry out work assignments cooperatively and willingly
Work with others effectively, tactfully, courteously and respectfully
Must have one of the following: Completion of an Associate of Arts (AA) degree; 48 units of course work at the college level High School Diploma or GED and the successful completion of a comprehensive exam in the areas of reading, math, and written language. Successful completion of an exam that assesses the individual’s ability to work with children.
Tuberculosis screening and clearance every four years.
Must have or is responsible for obtaining standard first aid and CPR within three months of hire date.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience working with children preferable.

Responsibilities

Reinforces instruction to students with a variety of special academic and behavioral needs
Assists with the organization of the classroom environment and preparation, distribution and collection of papers, supplies and materials in a neat and orderly manner
Assists teacher with classroom setup, such as bulletin boards and work areas
Presents lessons in academic, social/emotional, fine/gross motor, health and behavioral skills and other areas as assigned
Assists with student behavior, following classroom rules, behavior plans and approved techniques and strategies
Assists teacher with monitoring and reporting of progress regarding student performance and achievement through observation, assessment and daily contact
Accompanies and assists students in general education classroom, computer lab, library and other settings as assigned
Performs a variety of clerical duties, such as preparing, typing and copying instructional materials, scoring papers (with answer guide) and answering phones
Assists with parent/guardian communication via telephone, written communication and translates and interprets as needed
Assists with preparing and maintaining student records and files as necessary, to include Individualized Educational Programs paperwork
When requested, confers with teachers and support staff concerning Individualized Educational Programs
Directs group activities of students to include lunch, recess, playground, field trips and other activities as assigned
Accompanies and assists students at community trips, bus stops, offices and other locations as assigned
Assist with toileting and training needs of students
Assists with self-help skills of students (eating, dressing, and personal hygiene such as toileting, diapering, cleaning and grooming)
Assists with supervision, assuring the health and safety of students, and implementing specialized physical health care plans (such as catheterization, suctioning, seizure disorders/procedures, tube feeding) as prescribed by a nurse
May attend school functions, staff in-service training and other meetings
May assist in other classrooms on an emergency basis
Performs related duties as assigned