EC Teacher Assistant - Interim @ Forestview High Collegiate Prep Academy

Exceptional Children Teacher AssistantThe employee provides support to students who have health, behavioral, or instructional needs to meet Individual Education Plan (IEP) goals and have success in the general curriculum. Common competencies include regular attendance, punctuality, a positive attitude, strong work ethic, adherence to school policies, positive rapport with students and employees, excellent computer skills, record-keeping abilities, strong communication skills, impeccable ethical behaviors, appropriate behavior management techniques, confidentiality, serving as a positive role model, supporting the school and its programs, time management, participation in professional learning, acceptance of diversity, understanding role differences, knowledge of child development, providing a positive atmosphere, operating office equipment, and completing tasks on time. Job-specific duties may include behavior support, client-specific care, pre-kindergarten classes, visually impaired classes, job coaching, and bus driving. Knowledge, skills, and abilities include understanding child development, organizing assignments, sound judgment, general knowledge of classroom activities, safety monitoring, motivation, maintaining a clean environment, general clerical duties, maintaining order, operating office machines, maintaining files, following instructions, and establishing effective working relationships. Physical requirements include using various equipment, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, and managing students safely. Education and experience requirements include a high school diploma, minimum of 48 semester hours or an associate's degree, and willingness to obtain a CDL if required.