Instructional Assistant Special Education II - Self-Contained - Part Time - Bush Elementary

Position:

Instructional Assistant Special Education II - Self-Contained

• Part Time

• Bush Elementary

Type:

Public

Location:

Suburban

Job ID:

125309

County:

East Maricopa

Posted:

September 16, 2024

Contact Information:

Mesa Public Schools

63 E Main S

Mesa, AZ 85201

District Website

Contact:

Dana Yursi

Phone: 480-472-0463

Fax:

District Email

Job Description:

Base Rate:

$19.64

Performance Pay:

Available annually

New hire experience:

1% of the base hourly rate granted for each year of verified like experience (within ten years) beyond the requirement, up to a five-year maximum

New hire education:

1% of the base hourly rate awarded for an AA or higher degree if not required for the position

Class/Calendar:

B21, 9.25 months

Hours:

Full-time (29 hours per week)

FSLA:

Non-Exempt

Benefits:

Sick leave, holidays, matched retirement, health and life insurance

OVERVIEW

To assist, under direct supervision of certified teachers and specialists, in the monitoring and instruction of special education students implementing the Individual Education Plans; to assist students in performing their academic, daily living and health care activities; to relieve teacher of routine clerical tasks.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate's Degree or 60 college credit hours required at time of hire OR pass the ParaPro Test provided by the district

• Ability and willingness to work with special education students who may require specialized instruction to meet academic, social, and behavior goals

• Ability to work well with students, staff and parents; good verbal and written communication skills

• Ability to work well in stressful situations

• Computer proficiency to include use of basic software applications (Word, Excel, etc)

• Ability to operate standard office equipment

• Ability to organize and prioritize and to follow classroom guidelines as put forth by classroom teacher

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Deliver, under teacher's direction, classroom work/homework and/or reinforce classroom objectives, tutoring and guided practice

• Assist the development of instructional materials and maintenance of classroom

• Assist in the collection of data on academic and behavior goals as instructed

• Implement positive behavior intervention plans for students who display challenging behaviors including verbal and physical aggression

• Respond to problem behaviors according to the student's positive behavior intervention plan and district crisis intervention policy

• Perform and provide support tasks in accordance with district procedures as required based on student need, including but not limited to:

• Behavior management techniques where elopement behavior both on and off campus happens on a regular basis

• District identified behavior management strategies (A.S.P.E.N.)

• Physical interventions to remediate severe emotional and behavior dysregulation when the students presents as a danger to self or others

• Transfers and/or lifts for non-ambulatory students to assist them in the performance of their daily activities

• Tube feeding

• Diapering (may require use of Hoyer hydraulic lift)

• Seizure intervention

• Aerosol generating procedures

• Frequently required to assist students who need support in addressing personal care needs due to a severe medical condition and/or physical limitations (i.e. toileting, feeding, dressing suctioning, etc) to ensure their functioning in a school environment

• Accompany students as they transition across campus

• Monitor individual and/or small student groups in classroom and/or on the playground to maintain a safe and positive learning environment; facilitate social peer interactions

• Maintain classroom and student equipment to ensure a safe environment

• Model professional, safe, responsible and respectful behavior

• Perform general clerical tasks to support the teacher in the maintenance of student files and to provide classroom materials

• Participate in various meetings to share information and/or improve one's skills and/or knowledge

• Regular and on-time attendance required

• Perform other related duties, as assigned, to ensure the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit

• Assist other personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities

• May lift, pull, push or carry

• May stand for a prolonged period of time

• May move light weight furniture

• May be exposed to outdoor elements

• May require strength to push/pull 30-35 lbs

• May require physical intervention for students experiencing behavioral difficulties

• Physical demands may require assistance from other personnel

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