Classroom Assistant

Position Title: Classroom Educational Aide for Multiple Disabilities & Emotionally Disturbed Classrooms Category: Classified; FLSA Applies Compensation: Hourly, insurance coverage, and fringe benefits as per the current Mahoning Valley Regional Council of Government (MVRCOG) Board Policy. Education/Degree: High school diploma or equivalent. Reports to: Classroom Teacher Supervises: None Job Goal: The Classroom Educational Aide will function as the assistant to the special education teacher in order to facilitate the implementation of the IEP small groups and individual settings. The classroom Educational Aide will assist the teacher in meeting program goals. Qualifications Excellent oral and written communication skills. Educational Aide Certificate with ESEA Qualified Endorsement. Complete and obtain a positive BCI and FBI fingerprint background check. Experience in Proficiency with computer applications, including Google Applications, Microsoft Office, spreadsheet and database programs. Exceptional organizational and communications skills. Abilities to promote positive internal and external customer relations. Alternatives to the above as approved by the Governing Board. Position Specific Performance Responsibilities Reinforce curricular and behavioral activities assigned by the teacher with small group or individual student. Construct instructional materials, forms, other program materials. Assist with non-instructional tasks as assigned (filing, supplies, duplication, etc.). Assist the group within the classroom and while moving throughout the building. Assist with implementation of classroom behavior management program and with individual programs specified in students' IEPs. Assist with classroom record-keeping (attendance, progress charts, data collection, observation, formal and informal assessment, student work, homework folders.) Assist bus drivers with loading and unloading of students from bus. Assist with preparation, organization, and maintenance of classroom before and after arrival of students. Assist substitute teachers. Handle medical emergencies with students and request assistance when needed. Assist on vocational sites (in-school and community sites), community visits, and field trips. Supervise students in lunchroom, snack, recess, and restroom activities. Attend staff meetings as required. Maintain confidentiality of student information as a member of the student's educational team. Complete internal training and other certifications as directed by Supervisor. Follow procedures of school and of ESC of Eastern Ohio. Any other duties assigned by the Superintendent. #J-18808-Ljbffr