Life Skills Program Assistant - Gold Academy

ReNEW Schools; Decatur (IL); On-site; USD 19,320 - 27,517; Part time

Job summary

ReNEW Schools is seeking dedicated individuals in Decatur, Illinois, to support students, particularly those with special needs. This role involves working closely with classroom teachers to implement individualized education plans and assist with daily care. Candidates should hold a high school diploma and possess strong communication skills. The position pays $17.00/hour for a 180-day term. Join an innovative community and make a significant impact on students' lives.

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate clearly with supervisors in person and in writing.
• May require using sign language or sensory interpretation training.
• Capable of assisting students with daily living activities.

Responsibilities

• Assist the classroom teacher(s) with various educational and personal tasks.
• Support students in implementing their IEPs and behavior plans.
• Monitor and report on students' progress in general education classes.

Skills

Ability to communicate with staff, students, and visitors

Experience working with Special Needs Students

Ability to follow directions

Education

High School Diploma or General Education Degree

Job description

In MSD of Decatur Township, we’re seeking individuals who want to make an significant impact on students’ lives, grow in their practice, and be part of an innovative community of educators.

180 Days

Pay- $17.00/hour

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate with staff, students, and visitors
• Ability to communicate with supervisor(s) in person and in writing to receive assignments/directions
• High School Diploma or General Education Degree
• Experience working with Special Needs Students Preferred
• May require using sign language
• May require sensory interpretation training and student restraint training
• May require health related services, supports or adaptations including assisting students with activities and daily living

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to perform physical labor without restrictions such as bending, lifting, stooping, and carrying objects
• Must be able to walk and stand for extended periods of time
• Must be able to lift up to 20 pounds

Daily Responsibilities

• Assist the classroom teacher(s)
• Assist the classroom teacher(s) in the implementation of the individual students’ IEP and Behavior Plans
• Support students in general education classes by copying notes, modifying tests and materials, reading quizzes and tests, and conducting study sessions in accordance with the IEP
• Assist the classroom teacher(s) with students requiring daily care (for example: toiling, diapering, feeding, etc.)
• Monitor student progress in general education classes
• Keep the Teacher of Record informed of academic progress and behavioral concerns
• Maintain a notebook and/or folders with copies of accommodation pages from the students’ IEP
• Maintain a journal or notebook of students’ behaviors for input for a FBA
• Assist classroom teacher with student discipline and implementation of individualized behavior support plans
• Assist students on and off the bus
• Tutor individual students or groups of students
• Check students’ work and assist students with make-up work
• Provide escort and assistance to students
• Assist the classroom teacher with daily supervision of students in the classroom, restroom, during emergency drills, assemblies, free time, recess, and field trips
• Alert and inform the classroom teacher of any problems or specific information concerning individual students
• Create and copy instructional work
• Participate in in-service training programs
• Operate audio-visual equipment and computers for instructional purposes
• Assist the classroom teacher with student class record keeping
• Gather materials requested by the classroom teacher
• Supervise students as assigned by the building administrator(s) or classroom teacher(s)
• Maintain the same high level of confidentiality on student information, work, and progress
• Maintain positive and cooperative relationships with all school personnel at all times
• Performs other tasks and assumes other responsibilities assigned by the classroom teacher and/or building administrator(s)
• Operate and use technology (iPad, Computer, Apps, CANVAS, etc.)

It is the policy of the MSD Decatur Township not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, or disability in its programs or employment policies as required by the Indiana Civil Rights Act (I.C. 22-9.1), Title VI and VII (Civil Rights Act of 1964), the Equal Pay Act of 1973, Title IX (Educational Amendments), and Section 504 (Rehabilitation Act of 1973).