Aide / ECCAT

West Virginia K-12 Jobs; United States; On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

West Virginia K-12 Jobs is seeking an Aide/Early Childhood Classroom Assistant Teacher (ECCAT) for the Roane County area. The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent and may require current authorization for the ECCAT program.

Background checks and mandatory trainings are required. The position involves supporting a classroom under the supervision of a licensed teacher, assisting with transportation duties, snack preparation, and adapting activities for students with special needs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Preference for candidates with current Temporary or Permanent Authorization as Early Childhood Classroom Assistant Teacher.
• Must meet WVDE/ WC codes and pass background checks.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual or small group instruction under teacher supervision.
• Assist with bus duty and escorting students to and from the bus.
• Support teachers in preparing instructional materials and activities.
• Assist with library duties and clerical tasks such as filing and typing.
• Care for students including feeding, toileting, and assisting with special needs as needed.
• Maintain a safe classroom environment and uphold confidentiality.

Skills

Effective communication

Classroom support

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Basic computer operations

Job description

Position Type

Aide/ Early Childhood Classroom Assistant Teacher (ECCAT)

High school diploma or equivalent or be continually enrolled in a GED program working towards successful completion

Must meet all required qualifications and competency pursuant to W. Va. Code

Currently hold or be eligible to hold Temporary or Permanent Authorization as Early Childhood Classroom Assistant Teacher. Preference may be given to candidates currently holding such an authorization, with further preference given to Permanent Authorization holders over Temporary Authorization holders.

Criminal background check may be required as appropriate

Complete all required county and WVDE trainings

Will include all lifting, health, personal care and transportation responsibilities

The ability to perform the job duties and responsibilities as contained in the Job Description, with or without reasonable accommodations

Additional Minimum Requirements:

Applicants who have recent unsatisfactory evaluations will not be eligible for consideration.

Applicants who demonstrate unsatisfactory interview performance are not eligible for consideration.

Applicants who receive unfavorable reference recommendations are not eligible for consideration.

Applicants who have been dismissed or who have had their contracts non-renewed for cause are not eligible for consideration.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide individual or small group instruction under the supervision of teacher
• Provide students with individualized attention
• Set up and operate equipment for instruction
• Help teacher prepare materials for instruction
• Assist teacher with bus duty in escorting students to and from the bus
• Provide library assistance to students
• Assist with preparing snacks for students as needed
• Remain aware and alert of medication administered to students
• Assist in lifting, feeding, toileting, and changing clothes of special needs students
• Assist and supervise special needs students in a regular classroom setting
• Modify materials and instructional activities for special needs students
• Secure students in car seats, seat belts, harnesses, etc., while in transport
• Secure wheelchairs safely for transport
• Assist students as instructed in physical therapy activities
• Practice good safety habits and have knowledge of basic first aid
• Help maintain an up-to-date inventory
• Perform clerical duties such as filing and typing for classroom purposes
• Possess strong oral and written communication skills
• Maintain familiarity with personnel policies and procedures
• Be proficient in the use of basic computer operations
• Maintain confidentiality
• Foster a classroom climate conducive to learning

Physical Demands

The physical demands described 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 frequently required to reach, stand, walk, lift, grasp, write, talk, hear, see, use technology such as computers and multimedia equipment, and use repetitive motions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may lift and/or move at least 10-50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision such as reading handwritten or typed material, and the ability to adjust focus. The position requires the individual to meet multiple demands from several people and interact with other staff members.

IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE OR HAVE OTHER QUESTIONS, CALL THE PERSONNEL DEPARTMENT AT304.927.6400 Ext. 1120

DISCRIMINATION PROHIBITED

As required by Federal laws and regulations, the Roane County Board of Education does not discrimination the basis of sex, race, color, religion, disability or national origin in employment or in its educational programs and activities.

Inquiries may be referred to: Lorra Tanner ([e-mail]), Title IX Coordinator, Roane County Board of Education, 813 Capitol Street, Spencer, WV 25113; to Sarabeth Monk ([e-mail]), Special Education Coordinator, Roane County Board of Education, 813 Capitol Street, Spencer, WV 25113; Roane County Board of Education, 813 Capitol Street, Spencer, WV 25113; to the State Elimination of Sex Discrimination Project Coordinator, 558-7864, to the State Section 504 Coordinator, 558-2696, West Virginia Department of Education, Charleston, WV 25305; or to the U.S. Department of Education's Director of the Office for Civil Rights, 215-596