Essential Functions: The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as an illustration of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. Primary duties include: Provide individual student support that includes prompting, modeling and reinforcing social interactions, and expected behaviors throughout the school dayOversee independent/guided practiceAssist teachers with engaging student in learning and assist in instructionModify or adapt instruction for student, as directed by the teacherGuide independent study, enrichment work, and remedial work with student as set up and assigned by the teacherImplement behavior planCollect data on student's IEP benchmarks (e.g. attending, responding, play, initiating, behavior data)Communicate observations, student needs, concerns to BCBA/classroom teacher/case managerComplete all required documentation related to incidents and discipline, etc.Facilitate positive relationships and engagements with peersMaintain student confidentialityWilling to be trained in non-violent crisis prevention intervention strategies and techniques and demonstrate competency in the ability to implementCarry out other relative assignments designated by the Principal or the Assistant PrincipalRequired Skills, Experience and Competencies: High school degree or equivalentEnjoys working with children and is dedicated to the education of all childrenExemplifies the core values of North Middlesex Regional School DistrictAcademic knowledge of the curriculum of the grade level supportedStrong verbal and nonverbal communication skillsAbility to take feedback, seek feedback, interact and communicate with a variety of staffImplement behavior plans Experience working with children and adolescents with significant social/emotional/behavioral disorder(s)Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to effectively communicateThe employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, use hands, reach with hands and arms, and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, climb, runThe employee must occasionally be able to lift and/or move children/objectsThe employee must be able to work in a noisy, stressful, high-pressure environment and still be able to concentrate and keep children safe
