Permanent, .8125 FTE Sped Educational Assistant (Vocational Job Coordinator)

Position Title: Permanent, .8125 Special Education Educational Assistant
(Vocational Job Coordinator)
Reports to: Director of Student Services / Building Principal
Posting Date: March 12, 2024
Position Closes: April 1, 2024

Date Available: As soon as possible
Sisters School District is widely recognized as an implementer of innovative programs and support systems that make success possible for every student and team member. Our family centered community enjoys a true hometown feel and outstanding school support. With plenty of sunshine and some of the country's most beautiful outdoor scenery and activities, it's the perfect place to live, play and teach.
The Sisters School District has an opening for a Permanent .8125 Special Education Educational Assistant (Vocational Job Coordinator) at Sisters High School. This is a 6.5 hour per day position, Monday - Friday, for 182 contract days during the school year. Contract days will be prorated for the remainder of the 2023-2024 school year.

Job Summary:
Under the direction of both special education teachers and/or high school administrator, the EA has a variety of student supervision responsibilities. These include, but are not limited to; assisting individuals with disabilities to learn and accurately carry out community job duties. Provide one-on-one training tailored to the needs of the employee and student which meet the expectations of the employer. The EA will help coordinate and develop internships and jobs sites within the Sisters community. The EA will assist in preparation and delivery of academic materials in small groups. The EA will support small learning groups dedicated to job skills, life skills, and academic support. The EA will support both our community of learners with curricular support and Positive Behavior Interventions and Support (PBIS) while supervising individual and small groups of students. Must be willing to obtain a Type 10 Vehicle Certification and a First Aid/CPR certification.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Essential duties of this position include the following. Employees in this position perform some or all of the following tasks. Other duties may be assigned.
Devise, plan and implement job coaching strategies based on student interest and skill
Prepare and deliver small group instruction to build skills around academics, life skills, and behavior.
Provide help and guidance for students who are facing different professional challenges.
Notice students' strengths and instruct them how to make the best out of their strengths.
Provide assistance and guidance to students who need help with their everyday work activities or some new tasks.
Coordinate and develop internships and jobs sites within the Sisters community that match the student population interests and skill development.
Present and teach job searching skills and techniques.
Counsel students on fine-tuning work habits/skills in preparation for competitive employment.
Assist employees with disabilities.
Keep track, oversee and document students' progress.
Update employee records.
Create and present reports for supervisors.
Uphold a positive work environment.
Consistently demonstrate a growth mindset and positive attitude in an effort to serve as
a model for the education community.
Remain calm and make non-emotional decisions in difficult circumstances.
Work under the direction of the licensed educator(s) at the assigned campus.
Problem solve with students individually and in groups.
Supervise a variety of student activities including, but not limited to arrival and dismissal periods, cafeteria, field trips, swimming pool, outdoor school, hallways and other areas where students gather.
Occasionally perform clean up after various student situations including, but not limited to - hygiene, cleaning up bodily fluids, destruction of physical property.
Appropriately maintain and secure confidential records and student information.
Directs inquiries about students to appropriate licensed team member or administrator.
Occasionally transport students in a type 10 vehicle.
Demonstrates flexibility, reliability and promptness in meeting student, classroom needs, and employer needs including accepting changes to daily schedule and/or student assignments with short notice.
Effectively participates at regular team meetings with licensed educators and other support team members and community agencies demonstrating appropriate social skills, problem solving and conflict resolution strategies. At times, participation at meetings or trainings could result in having to flex the regular work schedule.
Provides for physical and emotional safety of individual students as well as providing safety for students in the group.
Interacts thoughtfully and courteously with students, parents, community, and school team members and resolves conflict in a professional manner.
Follows prescribed daily individual and small learning group instruction plans as outlined by school team members to present or reinforce learning concepts (principal, classroom teacher, Student Services Director and Special Education Teachers).
Adhere to district personal protective equipment (PPE) protocols and procedures outlined in student behavior plans as well as identify the need for PPE or changes in PPE protocol - which might include the need for replacement or new equipment, the discontinuation of the use for a plan, or seek out additional PPE should it be needed.
Occasionally attend regional meetings.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
Employee has responsibility for supervising students and assisting in maintaining a safe environment.

Minimum Qualifications:
Associate's Degree (A.A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school or one to two years' related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Submission of professional application materials.
Reliable transportation for moving between school sites throughout the workday.
Physical Requirements:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands for fine manipulation, handle or feel and reach with hands and arms.

The employee is frequently required to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee is sometimes required to assist a student in standing, walking or sitting and may be required to support weighing up to 200 pounds. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, ability to adjust focus and peripheral vision.

Salary: $16.07 - $25.03 per hour based on previous work experience, training and education. Excellent pro-rated benefits package and Employer-paid PERS when eligible.

Submission Details: Submit your TalentEd Recruit & Hire Application, Cover Letter, Resume, Transcripts and Two (2) letters of recommendation on TalentEd Recruit and Hire @ https://sisters.tedk12.com/hire/index.aspx (Link on webpage).

Contact: The HR Department for any questions regarding this position @ 541 549- 8521 #5021.

Sisters School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer