JOB TITLE:   Extended School Year Instructional Aide (Summer Program)

REPORTS TO: Special Education Program Supervisor

PRIMARY PURPOSE: Assist the classroom teacher to provide for the physical and instructional needs of students.

Assist in the implementation of classroom programs, including self-help, behavior management, and instruction.

Work under the general supervision of the summer program supervisor and the immediate direction of a certified teacher.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum Education:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Crisis Prevention Intervention-(CPI) certification
• Para Professional Certification

Special Knowledge/Skills

• Ability to work well with children with disabilities
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
• Proficient communication skills

Minimum Experience:

• Experience working with students with significant cognitive disabilities and/or autism.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

• Work with individual students or small groups to conduct instructional exercises assigned by the teacher
• Assist teachers in providing additional support for students with disabilities
• Assist teachers with keeping accurate records and data on students
• Assist students with disabilities with individual tasks as may be required including, but not limited to, transferring to and from wheelchairs, lifting, positioning, feeding, bathroom needs, and personal hygiene
• Assist in managing the behavior of students and crisis intervention
• Assist in supervising students throughout the school day, both inside and outside the classroom
• Assume responsibility for learning and adapting to each student’s special medical, physical, communicative, emotional, and safety needs through in-service and/or teacher direction
• Keep the teacher informed of any special needs or problems of individual students
• Assist in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays
• Assist in maintaining a neat and orderly classroom
• Assist in inventory, care, and maintenance of classroom equipment
• Participate in Extended School Year summer program orientation
• Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers
• Serve as an interpreter in situations when one is needed
• Any other duties as assigned by Summer Program Coordinator.

EQUIPMENT USED:

• Specialized equipment based on student IEP and needs

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Physical Demands:

• Must maintain emotional control under stress.
• May be required to lift or transfer students to and from wheelchair or assist with positioning students with physical disabilities
• Possible exposure to biological hazards, bacteria, and communicable diseases
• Frequent movement from one classroom to another
• Frequent standing, stooping, bending, kneeling, pushing, and pulling.
• Lift and/or move up to 40 pounds

Safety: Perform all duties in a safe and responsible manner. Observe all safety precautions.

The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills that may be required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Contribute to the prevention of accidents and injuries by observing safety rules and District policy, practicing the principles and skills taught in safety training, wearing personal protective equipment as required, reporting injuries and incidences immediately to supervisor, and being proactive in the ongoing efforts to improve workplace safety.