Christian Academy School System Louisville , KY 40202
Posted 1 week ago
Position: Service Dog Handler
Job Description
Scope
The Service Dog Handler primary duties are to support student academic and social emotional achievement. The Handler will act on behalf of the Service Dog to utilize his skills to enhance the students psychological development, social skills, and increase self-esteem.
Qualifications
The candidate shall possess characteristics that reflect:
A strong clear Christian testimony with a mature and godly spirit
A daily example of the highest Christian virtue both in and out of school
Commitment to faithful attendance and support of a church whose beliefs are in agreement with the Statement of Faith for Christian Academy School System
Agreement and belief that The Bible is the final authority concerning truth, morality, and the proper conduct of mankind
The ideal candidate shall provide/successfully complete the following:
Previous professional experience with special needs children preferred
Experience partnering with other teachers and staff to help students reach their academic and emotional goals by utilizing the service dog
Be ICan certified or able to obtain ICan certification
CPR & First Aid Training
Criminal Records Check
Accountabilities / Responsibilities
Collaborate with classroom teacher and staff to meet students academic and emotional goals
Provide service during counseling, intervention , and Providence group session (individual and group)
Support students by attending events (ie. lunch appearances, 1st day of school greeter, special chapels, etc.)
Ongoing assistance to the Elementary School, Providence School, and our Educational resources team.
Outcomes
Increase in academic achievement
Increase emotional support during crisis situations
Reduce stress and anxiety for students
Decrease feelings of depression, loneliness, and isolation
Reporting Relationship
The Service Dog Handler will report to the Providence Director.
Christian Academy School System