POSITION SUMMARY: Assist in the provision of educational experiences for special education students by completing activities assigned by the special education supervising teacher and principal.

　　QUALIFICATIONS:

　　High School Diploma or GED

　　Ability to relate to children with special needs

　　Possess collaborative and interpersonal skills

　　Successful completion of a criminal background check and physical capacity profile test required upon offer.

　　PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

　　Personal Performance Criteria

　　Works well with others, maintaining positive and effective communication with school personnel and students

　　Contributes to creating a positive work environment

　　Demonstrates integrity and respects confidentiality

　　Arrives on time and works consistently until the end of his/her scheduled day

　　Takes advantage of professional growth opportunities related to his/her specific job

　　Works independently and with confidence

　　Demonstrates ability to grasp and adjust to new and changing situations

　　Demonstrates initiative and ability to work without close supervision

　　Professional Performance Criteria

　　Assists in the supervision of students in the classroom and other areas of the school facility. This may include:

　　bus arrival/dismissal

　　transportation of students to and from school during contracted hours

　　lunch and/or recess

　　school related activities/field trips during contracted hours

　　emergency drills/situations

　　Assists staff in preparation of materials. This may include:

　　Reproducing and preparing materials and equipment used in the classroom

　　Correcting papers, workbooks, and tests

　　Creating and preparing materials for bulletin boards

　　Works with group or individual students in the daily routine of the classroom under the teacher’s direction. This may include:

　　Assisting teacher with classroom management and/or implementation of behavioral management plan(s)

　　Assisting students with homework, tests, and/or seat work

　　Assisting students with technology (audio visual, computer, adaptive educational equipment)

　　Maintaining records for individual students

　　Assisting in the integration of special education student in the regular classroom

　　Assists group or individual students with personal care. This may include:

　　Toileting__This may include lifting, transferring, garment removal, changing diapers, use of adaptive toileting equipment, and clean-up procedures.

　　Feeding__This may include blending foods, serving students, and feeding through gastronomy tubes.

　　Lifting__This will include use of proper lifting techniques when transferring students in and out of wheelchairs using two or three person lifts or lift equipment. Training for proper lifting techniques will be provided by the district.

　　Distribution of Medication__Distribution of medications can only occur after training by nurse/medical personnel.

　　General Hygiene__This will include assisting students in cleaning and removing excreted bodily fluids using appropriate safety precautions.

　　Keeps teacher/administrator informed of all relevant student-related matters

　　Maintains working knowledge and use of available technology

　　Provides assistance to any student as need arises or as requested

　　Provides relevant/requested information for development and implementation of IEP’s for individual students

　　Duties and responsibilities as requested by supervisor may vary from time to time

　　Non-discrimination Statement

　　It is the policy of the Johnston Community School District not to illegally discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, disability, religion, creed, age (for employment), marital status (for programs), sexual orientation, gender identity and socioeconomic status (for programs) in its educational programs and its employment practices.

　　There is a grievance procedure for processing complaints of discrimination. If you have questions or a grievance related to this policy, please contact the Director of Human Resources, 6510 NW 62nd Avenue, Johnston, Iowa 50131, (515) 278-0470.

　　Work Hours: 12:00 PM-3:30 PM - Tuesday - Friday and 12:00-4:00 (one Monday per month for Professional Development) approximately 14 hours/week

　　Benefits:

　　Iowa Public Employees Retirement System (IPERS)

　　Employee assistance program

　　Paid leave and holidays

　　Tuition reimbursement

　　Primary Location JELA

　　Salary Range $18.18 - $23.10 / Per Hour

　　Shift Type Part-Time