ELEMENTARY SPECIAL ED EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANT
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Vision Charter School in Caldwell is hiring one full time classified staff member to work in the Elementary Special Education Department as an Educational Assistant This position is open until filled with a start date as soon as possible and must be able start by November 13, 2023.
Applicant must have a high school diploma or GED and have passed the Paraprofessional Praxis Test OR have a minimum of 32 college credits.
Preference will be given to applicants who have prior experience working in a Special Ed Resource Room or Extended Special Ed setting.
Starting pay working full time in the special ed department is $15 an hour with no experience. Pay range $15-20 an hour depending upon applicable experience and education. Applicants who have a Behavior Interventionist certificate will receive an additional $2.00 extra per hour.
The average annual work days are approximately 149 school days per calendar year. You can see the 2023-24 school calendar by going to: https://www.visioncharter.net/2023-2024-academic-calendar.html
Hours: Typically four day week following school calendar. Daily hours are 7:45-4:15. Options exist for 7:45-3:45 work day.
This position is an in person position.
This position comes with the following benefits:
Health Insurance, Life Insurance, PERSI retirement, one day a month sick leave up to 10 per year.
Founding Family status for school aged children is granted for school aged children of Full Time Employees to receive top tier preference for open spots at Vision Charter School.
CONTACT INFORMATION:*
Wendy OldenKamp
Charter Administrator
Vision Charter School
wendyoldenkamp@visioncsd.org
208-455-9220 ext 301 office
208-9199-9636 cell
TITLE: SPECIAL EDUCATION PARAPROFESSIONAL
QUALIFICATIONS
1.At least 32 college‑level credits or an Associate’s Degree OR passed the Paraprofessional Exam
2.Previous aide or teaching experience preferred
3.Ability to lift up to forty pounds and push and pull up to one hundred pounds
4.Knowledge of child growth and the diverse needs of children with disabilities
5.Knowledge of appropriate special education classroom practices
6.The ability to work with students with emotional, physical, and mental disabilities
7.Ability to instruct students one-on-one and small group situations, at the direction of the Special Education Teacher
8.Strong background in teaching methods and developmentally appropriate classroom activities
9.Demonstrated knowledge of subject matter and effective teaching methods
10.Knowledgeable about word processing, data bases, spread sheets, and reports
11.Ability to maintain a learning environment
12.Works well with students, staff, and the public
13.Excellent organizational skills
14.Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
15.Able to work under pressure and deadlines
16.Maintain confidentiality of staff and students
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITY TO
Special Education Teacher and/or Classroom Teacher and Director of Special Services
JOB SUMMARY
Assists the classroom teacher and/or special education teacher in achieving the goals and objectives as stated on each child’s current Individual Education Plan (IEP) through individual, small group, or whole group instruction.
MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Working with Student
Other Classroom Assistance
1.Assist the teacher in devising special strategies for reinforcing material or skills based on an understanding of individual students, their needs, interests, and abilities
2.Alert the supervising teacher to any problem or special information about an individual student
3.Serve as the substitute teacher assigned in the absence of the regular teacher
4.Keep the supervising teacher informed of activities and any issues that may arise
5.Operate and care for equipment used in the classroom for instructional purposes
6.Distribute and collect workbooks, papers, and other materials for instruction
7.Engage children in conversation to encourage language development
8.Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities
9.Meet the personal needs of children with disabilities including toileting, feeding, locomotion, and health needs
10.Assist, where appropriate, in loading and unloading the special education pupil from transportation buses or vans
Other
EVALUATION
Performance of this position will be evaluated annually by the classroom teacher and/or special education teacher and/or the director of special services in conformance with any applicable federal and state law, administrative rules, and Board policy.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT
This position shall be considered in all respects “employment at will”. The “employment period” and other descriptions and terms set forth in this job description shall not create a property right for the employee. These are set forth only to advise the employee of when and what type of services will be required by the district so long as the employment continues.
NOTE
All certificated and non-certificated employees and other individuals are required to undergo a criminal history check and submit to fingerprinting. Any applicant convicted of any of the felony crimes enumerated in Section 33-1208, Idaho Code may not be hired, and any applicant convicted of any felony offense listed in Section 33-1208(2), Idaho Code shall not be hired.
Applicant must have a high school diploma or GED and have passed the Paraprofessional Praxis Test OR have a minimum of 32 college credits.
Preference will be given to applicants who have prior experience working in a Special Ed Resource Room or Extended Special Ed setting.
Starting pay working full time in the special ed department is $15 an hour with no experience. Pay range $15-20 an hour depending upon applicable experience and education. Applicants who have a Behavior Interventionist certificate will receive an additional $2.00 extra per hour.
The average annual work days are approximately 149 school days per calendar year. You can see the 2023-24 school calendar by going to: https://www.visioncharter.net/2023-2024-academic-calendar.html
Hours: Typically four day week following school calendar. Daily hours are 7:45-4:15. Options exist for 7:45-3:45 work day.
This position is an in person position.
This position comes with the following benefits:
Health Insurance, Life Insurance, PERSI retirement, one day a month sick leave up to 10 per year.
Founding Family status for school aged children is granted for school aged children of Full Time Employees to receive top tier preference for open spots at Vision Charter School.
CONTACT INFORMATION:*
Wendy OldenKamp
Charter Administrator
Vision Charter School
wendyoldenkamp@visioncsd.org
208-455-9220 ext 301 office
208-9199-9636 cell
TITLE: SPECIAL EDUCATION PARAPROFESSIONAL
QUALIFICATIONS
1.At least 32 college‑level credits or an Associate’s Degree OR passed the Paraprofessional Exam
2.Previous aide or teaching experience preferred
3.Ability to lift up to forty pounds and push and pull up to one hundred pounds
4.Knowledge of child growth and the diverse needs of children with disabilities
5.Knowledge of appropriate special education classroom practices
6.The ability to work with students with emotional, physical, and mental disabilities
7.Ability to instruct students one-on-one and small group situations, at the direction of the Special Education Teacher
8.Strong background in teaching methods and developmentally appropriate classroom activities
9.Demonstrated knowledge of subject matter and effective teaching methods
10.Knowledgeable about word processing, data bases, spread sheets, and reports
11.Ability to maintain a learning environment
12.Works well with students, staff, and the public
13.Excellent organizational skills
14.Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
15.Able to work under pressure and deadlines
16.Maintain confidentiality of staff and students
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITY TO
Special Education Teacher and/or Classroom Teacher and Director of Special Services
JOB SUMMARY
Assists the classroom teacher and/or special education teacher in achieving the goals and objectives as stated on each child’s current Individual Education Plan (IEP) through individual, small group, or whole group instruction.
MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Working with Student
- Maintain high academic standards and expectations
- Repeat lessons to Special Ed students who were absent for that lesson
- Provide tutorial help to students following lessons prescribed by the teacher and reinforce material and skills using a variety of methods as directed by certified staff
- Provide immediate feedback on student performance
- Respond to students’ questions and requests for assistance
- Observe students’ work and study habits
- Observe and record students’ time on task when needed
- Assist students in locating prescribed instructional materials and starting their assignments
- Assist the classroom teacher in the delivery of an effective instructional program
- Work with individual students or small groups of students to reinforce learning of material and skills introduced by the teacher
- Help students master equipment or instructional materials assigned by teacher
- Provide individualized instruction activities using materials and sequences selected by the special education teacher and other related services personnel
- Identify pupil needs and provide instruction appropriate to those needs
- Follow modifications and accommodations as specified in IEPs
- Administer informal assessments to accommodate students’ specific modifications at the direction of a certified teacher
- Assist with such large group activities as drill and practice, reading aloud, and storytelling, and participate in other forms of oral communication with students
- Guide independent study, enrichment work, and remedial work assigned by the teacher
- Assist students in the library or media center
- Check notebooks, correct papers, and supervise testing and make‑up work as assigned by the teacher
- Assist with the supervision of students during emergency drills, assemblies, play periods, and field trips
- Administer, score, and record such achievement and diagnostic tests as the teacher recommends for individual students
- Encourage students to strive to meet their highest potential
- Communicate classroom rules, and encourage students to set and maintain standards of classroom behavior
Other Classroom Assistance
1.Assist the teacher in devising special strategies for reinforcing material or skills based on an understanding of individual students, their needs, interests, and abilities
2.Alert the supervising teacher to any problem or special information about an individual student
3.Serve as the substitute teacher assigned in the absence of the regular teacher
4.Keep the supervising teacher informed of activities and any issues that may arise
5.Operate and care for equipment used in the classroom for instructional purposes
6.Distribute and collect workbooks, papers, and other materials for instruction
7.Engage children in conversation to encourage language development
8.Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities
9.Meet the personal needs of children with disabilities including toileting, feeding, locomotion, and health needs
10.Assist, where appropriate, in loading and unloading the special education pupil from transportation buses or vans
Other
- Keep accurate records and maintain individual records for each student
- Become familiar with basic special education knowledge as covered by the Individuals with Disabilities in Education Act with an emphasis on due process procedures and confidentiality of information and records
- Complete clerical duties as assigned by the supervising teacher
- Attend faculty meetings as required
- Keep immediate supervisor informed of activities and problems
- Assume responsibility for his or her continuing professional growth and development through such efforts as reading professional journals and other publications
- Seek assistance should emergencies arise
- Represent the school district in a positive manner
- Know and follow school district policy and chain of command
- Perform other duties as assigned
EVALUATION
Performance of this position will be evaluated annually by the classroom teacher and/or special education teacher and/or the director of special services in conformance with any applicable federal and state law, administrative rules, and Board policy.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT
This position shall be considered in all respects “employment at will”. The “employment period” and other descriptions and terms set forth in this job description shall not create a property right for the employee. These are set forth only to advise the employee of when and what type of services will be required by the district so long as the employment continues.
NOTE
All certificated and non-certificated employees and other individuals are required to undergo a criminal history check and submit to fingerprinting. Any applicant convicted of any of the felony crimes enumerated in Section 33-1208, Idaho Code may not be hired, and any applicant convicted of any felony offense listed in Section 33-1208(2), Idaho Code shall not be hired.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Vision Charter School District is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.
Vision Charter School District is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.