Special Education Assistant

Special Education Assistant

Reports To: Principal, SPED Supervisors - Date: October 2023

Purpose of Job:

Perform instructional activities under the direct guidance of the teacher.

Primary Job Duties/Responsibilities:

The following duties are normal for this job. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned as needed.

General Responsibilities/Essential Functions:

Required to work under direct guidance of the classroom teacher unless otherwise assigned to another supervisor. In settings involving students with disabilities, assistants shall assist students with toileting, feeding, and other self-help activities as required. Assist individual students and small groups in developing academic and nonacademic skills. Perform such clerical duties as preparing instructional materials, checking papers, and collecting student data (clerical duties are not, however, limited to this list). Maintain student records as directed by the classroom teacher. Support the administration of all diagnostic tools as directed by the teacher. Assist in preparing the classroom and organizing all instructional materials and equipment as directed by the teacher. Monitor the classroom when the teacher must attend required meetings, provide consultation, behavior supports, etc. Support the implementation of Individualized Education Plans (IEPs). Attend all in-service and faculty meetings when directed to do so by immediate supervisors or the Director of Schools. Must not discuss confidential school business, or student records in or out of school or with peers. Assist in the supervision of students on bus trips as directed by the building-level administrator. Lunchroom, recess/playground, before or after school duty. Ensure that the use of the district's resources (time, money, people) are used in the most strategic and effective way possible.

Other Duties and Responsibilities:

Project a positive image of the LSSD at all times and support district goals. Maintain a high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality of district information. Support the effective delivery of a high quality of education for all students. Provide exceptional levels of professional support and service to staff and public. May operate a motor vehicle to conduct various work activities. Successful completion of Criminal Justice fingerprint/background process and drug screen. Appropriate Attendance Record. Dress neatly and appropriately, according to system staff dress code.

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. High school diploma. Bachelor's Degree preferred. "Highly Qualified" (i.e. successful completion of Praxis test or 48 hours of college credit, Associates or Bachelor's Degree). Sufficient experience so that with appropriate training, services may be provided in the specific role for which employed.

Abilities/Physical Requirements:

Physical demand requirements may include lifting of students, positioning of students, assisting students with personal hygiene activities such as toileting, feeding and assisting with daily living activities.

The Lebanon Special School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the school system may provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.