Special Education Aide

Special Education Aide

Year-Round, Full-Time, Hourly

Grow Academy

Job Summary: Under the direction of the Assistant Principal and Special Education Coordinator, assist certificated teachers in reinforcing instruction to individuals or small groups of students; monitor and report student progress; perform a variety of clerical duties in support of the academic program; other related duties as required.

Duties and Responsibilities will include:

• Support and maintain classroom policies.
• Monitor and support scholars as needed; supervision supports needed for transitions or unstructured times such as recess as needed; direct activities for individuals or small groups of students to reinforce instruction as directed by the teacher.
• Assist in the distribution and collection of materials, and in the administration and scoring of a variety of assignments and tests.
• Assist in the implementation of the IEP as directed.
• Perform routine clerical duties; operate equipment including computers and copy machines.
• Assist students by providing proper examples, emotional support, a friendly, patient attitude and general guidance.
• Confer with teachers as needed concerning programs and materials to meet student needs.
• Participate in meetings and in-service training programs as assigned.
• May require assisting with students' personal needs, including toileting, in conjunction with site nursing staff as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirement Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy.
• Strong record-keeping techniques.
• AA Degree, 24-48 semester units of higher education in child development preferred
• Bilingual ability a plus