Assistant, Exceptional Child/ Extensions (25-26)

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in education is seeking a dedicated Assistant for Exceptional Children. In this rewarding role, you'll support teachers and students with special needs, ensuring that each child's Individual Education Program is met. Your responsibilities will include assisting in classroom instruction, collecting progress data, and providing essential physical support to students. This position offers a chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children while fostering an inclusive learning environment. Join a team committed to empowering every student to succeed.

Qualifications

• Completion of an Associate's Degree or two years of higher education required.
• One year experience working with EC children preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers in the instruction of individual EC students.
• Collect data to document individual student progress on IEP goals.
• Provide physical assistance to students as needed.

Skills

Knowledge of regulations pertaining to exceptional children

Effective communication skills

Classroom management

Data collection and monitoring skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Associate's Degree or two years of higher education

Focus on Education preferred

Tools

Current technology and communication devices

Job description

Assistant, Exceptional Child/ Extensions (25-26)

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Basic Function

Assists teachers by working with Exceptional Children (EC) to achieve the goals of the student(s)' Individual Education Program(s) (IEPs) and provide access to general education as appropriate.

Essential Functions

• Assists in the instruction of individual EC students or groups of EC students in all curricular areas as directed by the teacher.
• Collects data to document individual student progress on IEP goals.
• Plans and works with teachers in devising instructional strategies.
• Assists with setup, use, and management of materials, adapted equipment, and/or technology devices for classroom and individual students.
• Assists and supervises during emergency drills, assemblies, specials (e.g., PE, art, recess), field trips, and other school functions on and off campus.
• Acts as a bus monitor when special needs of an EC student(s) are identified by the IEP team.
• Alerts the teacher to any problems or special information about an individual student.
• Participates in in-service training programs for professional growth.
• Assists in checking materials and portfolios, correcting papers, supervising, and testing as directed by the teacher.
• Helps keep bulletin boards and learning centers current.
• Assists in school routines and transitions.
• Supports student attendance procedures, record keeping, ordering materials, and other duties as assigned.
• Provides physical assistance to students as needed, including self-help, clothing management, toileting (including accidents and catheterization), and feeding.
• Provides physical assistance to therapists and teachers in duties related to occupational and physical therapy and mainstreaming classes.
• Assists students by writing assignments, taking notes, and/or writing responses under teacher supervision.
• Provides physical assistance with walking, lifting, positioning, and wheelchair pushing.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Knowledge of regulations pertaining to exceptional children.
• Ability to use current technology and communication devices relevant to disabilities.
• Effective communication skills, both oral and written.
• Knowledge of classroom management, differentiation, and IEP processes.
• Research-based instructional and behavior management techniques.
• Ability to follow guidelines and deliver curriculum appropriately.
• Problem-solving skills and ability to provide personal and medical support to students.
• Data collection and monitoring skills.
• Ability to teach others to use technology or equipment.

Education and Experience

• Completion of an Associate's Degree or two years of higher education (minimum 48 credit hours), or passing a formal assessment (Workkeys, 96 hours of in-service training), or completion of NC DOL Apprenticeship or NC ATA Professional Development Plan.
• Associate's Degree with a focus on Education preferred.
• One year experience working with EC children preferred.

Additional Details

Seniority level: Entry level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Administrative

Industries: Education, Education Administration, Government