Edwards Elementary Special Education Educational Associate

Ames Community School District; United States; On-site; USD 22,317 - 24,521; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/Dental/Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Long-Term Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off

IPERS Retirement

Job summary

Ames Community School District is seeking an Edwards Elementary Special Education Educational Associate to support teachers in delivering instruction and managing student needs. The role includes assisting with materials, attendance, and behavior in inclusive settings.

Qualifications include a high school diploma and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs, with strong communication skills and reliability. The position is on site, with full benefits for 30+ hours per week.

Qualifications

• Demonstrates basic understanding of children needs and development.
• Ability to relate effectively to children with diverse academic and behavioral needs.
• Patience, compassion and a caring relationship with students.
• Proficient with word processing (Google Docs or similar) and basic email/internet skills.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and assist physically active students.

Responsibilities

• Assist students in following teacher directions and completing assignments.
• Support individuals or small groups during lessons and activities.
• Help prepare materials and maintain daily records and documentation.
• Supervise students and enforce classroom and school discipline per administrator directions.
• Assist with health, hygiene and medication administration as instructed.

Skills

Child interaction

Patience

Communication

Computer skills

Physical ability

Initiative

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Edwards Elementary Special Education Educational Associate

Role Summary

Under the supervision of an administrator and special education teacher, assists the teacher in the education of students, including instructional assistance, management of student behavior, record keeping, classroom safety, security and organization, and interaction and communication with students and staff. Provides direct and indirect educationally related services to disabled students and assists the special education teacher in creating a positive learning environment to facilitate the personal, social, and intellectual development of students.

Work Schedule

Monday-Friday, 7:15 am-3:15 pm, 9.5 month position

Responsibilities/Essential Functions

• Assists students in interpreting and following the teacher's directions.
• Assists students with classroom assignments during independent work time and/or workstations.
• Works with individual students or groups of students to reinforce learning of material or skills prepared by the teacher.
• Accompanies and assists students in integrated classes, recess, and lunch.
• Assists classroom teachers with the collection and preparation of materials needed for lessons.
• Assists the teacher with student record keeping/daily documentation.
• Supervises and enforces building/individual discipline procedures in all educational settings both in and out of school according to the supervisor's directions.
• Assists with medical, health, and or behavior-related needs of students as instructed by the administrator, teacher, or nurse.
• Administers medication and first aid if identified.
• Assists in all aspects of personal hygiene.
• Corrects assignments, data collection and entry; maintain records, copying, and clerical as assigned.
• Participates in professional development as requested by the administration.
• Alerts the principal or teacher to any problem and special information about an individual student.
• Interacts effectively with various constituent groups, including but not limited to students, co-workers, parents, staff and administration.
• Maintains ethical behavior and confidentiality of information about students as expected of licensed teachers.
• Daily attendance and punctuality is required.
• Attends work on a consistent and punctual basis.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.

The successful candidate will exhibit

• Basic understanding of the needs of children.
• Ability to relate effectively to children of all ages and with different academic and behavioral needs.
• Patience, compassion, and a caring and helpful relationship with children.
• Basic computer skills including word processing using Google Docs or similar tools, internet searching, and email skills.
• Professional communication skills, both written and oral, including active listening skills.
• Ability to physically lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to bend, lift, sit on floor, run short distances, and assist physically active students.
• Emotional maturity and stability necessary for the specialized work involved.
• Initiative and the insight to anticipate problem situations and respond accordingly.
• Ability to take directions, work with minimal supervision, and follow policies and practices.

Benefits (30+ hours per week)

• Health/Dental/Vision Insurance (full-time employees).
• Life Insurance (full-time employees).
• Long-Term Disability Insurance (full-time employees).
• Paid Time Off.
• IPERS Retirement.

Pay Rate

Level 2 Educational Associate: $16.20 per hour. Level 3 Educational Associate: $17.80 per hour.

The Ames CSD is an E-Verify employer. The Ames CSD is an EEO/AA employer.