Special Education Resource IA

Special Education Resource Instructional AssistantHourly rate ranges from $14.97 - $17.55 depending on education and related work experience. Eligible for medical insurance (No dental or vision). 6.5 hours per day. 182 days.Contact: Mark Smith- Assistant Principal View email address on click.appcast.io Jeff Naas - Department Chair View email address on click.appcast.io CLAY SCHOOLS5201 East Main Street - Carmel, IN - Phone: View phone number on click.appcast.io - Fax: View phone number on click.appcast.io - Title: Special Education Resource Instructional Assistant Assigned School/Special ServicesSupervisor: Assistant Principal and assigned Classroom Teacher 2024-2025Terms of Employment: 182 days Non-exemptPrimary Function: To assist students and teachers with day-to-day classroom activities designed for children requiring academic and behavioral support while in the least restrictive environment, namely the general education classroom with fellow peers.Representative Essential Duties:Work with groups of students inside and/or outside the classroom in either small groups or one-on-one instructionAid certified teachers with prep work, administrative records and required reports (i.e. run copies, laminate, grade papers, maintain bulletin boards, student records, and perform student assessments)Monitor appropriate student behaviorAssist teacher and provide supervision to students in various locations throughout the school day (i.e. restroom breaks, hallway, field trips, cafeteria and the playground)Assist teacher with classroom managementCommunicate effectively with students, parents and other staff membersHelp maintain a neat and orderly classroomAid in preparing the classroom for the close of schoolResponsible for the health, welfare and safety of studentsAssist with bus needs – meeting bus, taking students to bus at the end of the dayAssist with behavior issues and behavior plansKeep teacher informed of special needs or problems of individual studentsParticipate in staff development training programs, faculty meetings and special events as assignedPerform all duties in a safe manner to avoid injury to oneself and/or othersEssential Knowledge, Skills and Experience:Must possess the minimum of a high school diplomaPrior experience in a classroom setting preferredStrong verbal and written communication skillsStrong organizational skillsKnowledge of computer and work room equipmentValid Indiana Driver's LicenseMust pass pre-employment criminal history checkPersonal and Professional Responsibilities:Support the philosophy and vision of Carmel Clay SchoolsCreate positive relationships with teachers and administratorsDemonstrate regular attendance and punctualityDemonstrate respect for supervisors, subordinates and peersDisplay courtesy, tact, and respect when dealing with students, parents, colleagues, administrators and community membersDemonstrate ability to deal with sensitive issues in a tactful manner and maintain confidentialityWork as part of a teamReact positively to constructive criticism and to change productivelyDress appropriately for the classroom settingMaintain a positive self-image within the communityUnderstand and enforce school rules and regulationsWorking Conditions:Duties are performed in general school and classroom environment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk and hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. The employee must be able to assist in the lifting/carrying of students with disabilities. The employee must occasionally push items up to 90 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth and peripheral vision. While performing duties of this job, employee must maintain emotional control under stress.Working Relationships:Work closely with students, teachers, parents, staff and administrators.Regular Work Hours/Travel Requirements:182 days; Elementary – 6.25 hours, Secondary -6.5 hoursOccasional Travel between district buildings may be needed for workshops and trainingCarmel Clay Schools District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and reasonable accommodations are made under the Americans with Disabilities Act as required by law. Carmel Clay Schools District - Classified - Revised 06/23