Horning Middle School is seeking a Special Education Assistant to work with small groups, individual groups in reading and math, some medical requirements needed.

NO BENEFITS WITH THIS POSITION

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Required: Must meet the educational requirements for highly qualified*, transcripts, diploma or other proof of two year (48 credits) post secondary education post high school must be submitted with this application.

• Interest and/or experience working with students identified with a variety of special education needs including autism, emotional/behavioral disabilities, cognitive disabilities, and health needs.

• A positive, enthusiastic attitude and a willingness to meet the needs of all children.

• Must be eligible for or possess a teaching license or Handicapped Aides license #070.

• Ability to maintain confidentiality relating to students and families.

EXAMPLES OF RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

• Assist the teacher in providing instructional activities and reinforcement for special education students.

• Record keeping related to handicapped child's individual program at the direction of the teacher.

• Prepare materials at the direction of the teacher.

• Supervise students during structured and unstructured times at the direction of the teacher.

• Assist in the general supervision of students on the campus and off campus.

• Assist in the supervision of student on bus to and from school, when needed, and on field trips.

• At the direction of the teacher, work on academic, communication, social, and self-help skills.

• Accompany students to regular education classes and provide needed assistance.

• Implement behavior management strategies for a student or a group of students.

• Assist in the behavior management of students by carrying out plans for students and supervising individual students in both structured and unstructured settings, including non- violent crisis intervention strategies.

• Physical assistance with students/young adults including lifting as needed.

• Assist with personal care procedures as needed for students (ex. dressing, toileting, feeding, etc.)

• When needed, designated health care procedures such as tube feeding, colostomy care, Clean- Intermittent- Catherterization (CIC) suctioning, or administration of medication following instructional/training by the school district nurse.

• Attendance is an essential function of this position

• The employee will occasionally need to lift up to 75 lbs.

Must also obtain CPR and first aid certification within the first 3 months.