About this role
QUALIFICATIONS
High school diploma or G.E.D. and successful completion of
KPA or completed two years of study at an institution of
higher education. One year experience in working with
children in an organized setting preferred.
REPORTS TO
Principal
JOB GOAL
Assists teacher in providing instruction to individual or small
groups involving exceptional children.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT
Salary and terms of employment according to approved
salary schedules.
EVALUATIONS
Performance will be evaluated in accordance with provisions
of the district evaluation plan.
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES
- Tutors individuals or small groups of students typically with a disability or handicap, reinforcing and implementing instruction as directed by the teacher.
- Administer medications and injections subject to appropriate training requirements and provisions of state law.
- Transports students to and from activities and assists in preparation for treatment as required.
- Monitors and reports behavior of students according to approved procedures; reports progress regarding student performance and behavior; checks and assists students with lab work as necessary.
- Performs routine clerical duties such as preparation of instructional and classroom materials.
- Assists students in such physical tasks as putting on and taking off of outer wear, moving from room to room, using the lavatory and others; assist student in getting on and off the bus.
- Assists students by providing proper examples, emotional support, a friendly attitude and general guidance.
- Assures the health and safety of students by following health and safety practices and regulations.
- Directs group activities of students as assigned; assists in monitoring lunchroom and playground activities.
- Participates in meetings and professional development training programs as assigned.
- Performs other related duties as assigned to include student health related procedures.