Employee Group: TCCAPSA
Classification: V*
Status: School year - 180 work days + 9 paid holidays
Location: Blair Elementary School
Openings: two (2) positions available in a Self-Contained Classroom
Master Agreement
TCCAPSA Benefits Summary
Retirement Benefits
General Summary:
The Special Education Assistant provides assistance to Special Education students in the classroom. He/she reports to the principal or teacher designated by the principal.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities:
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Assists special education student(s) with academics in regular education classroom.
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Assists students in categorical classrooms.
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Assists special education students in physical education, music, art, at lunch and recess as needed.
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Takes part in planning meetings and IEPC’s as requested.
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Assists with small group non-direct instruction.
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Assists with large group non-direct instruction.
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Assists with physical challenges (wheel-chairs, scribe, daily life skills, communication devices).
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Works in areas of self-help (toileting, diapering, dressing, feeding, dispensing medications per district policy)
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Monitors behavior of students on behavior plans and others as needed under the direction of the special education teacher.
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Serves as a witness for medication administration if requested.
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Attends training or in-services.
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Accompanies special education students on field trips.
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Performs other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:
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Minimum education requirement is a high school diploma. Previous college credit, WorkKeys certification or college degree preferred.
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Interpersonal skills necessary to deal effectively and courteously with students and school personnel.
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Previous experience working with children.
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Ability to care for, supervise, and nurture children.
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Ability to lift 50 pounds.
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Ability to follow directions.
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Ability to work independently.
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Ability to assist with maintaining records of student progress.
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Excellent organizational skills.
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Ability to resolve conflict.
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Dependable, reliable, and protective of sensitive/confidential information.
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Willingness to attend training.
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Ability to remain calm under stressful situations.
Physical and Mental Requirements:
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Must be able to report on a regular and consistent basis.
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Maintain consistent and punctual attendance.
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Duties include frequent walking and physical activity, as well as use of hands and arms for signaling and light lifting/carrying. Must have the ability to move about the classroom/building and school property, including bending, pushing/pulling, lifting, twisting, climbing, stooping, or crouching to complete work-related tasks with and without students.
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The ability to listen and effectively orally communicate information and ideas to a diverse population.
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Ability to effectively discern information and formulate appropriate action(s).
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Ability to critically think and provide appropriate solutions.
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Ability to work effectively and efficiently.
Environmental Conditions:
Incumbents work in indoor environments with moderate to loud noise levels. Duties may be completed in cold and hot temperatures, including work on slippery and/or uneven surfaces. Work environment includes working around students, school equipment, and office equipment.
Work Schedules:
Must be available to report during the school year consistent with the district’s school year calendar.
Background Checks:
The individual selected for this position will be required to pass a criminal history background check.
