Mosheim - Special Education Teaching Assistant (full time w/ benefits)

Greene County Schools; Mosheim (TN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Greene County Schools in Mosheim, TN is seeking a dedicated paraeducator to support teachers and students in general and special education settings. You will assist with instruction, adapt materials, supervise students, and help implement IEP objectives.

This role requires a High School diploma or GED, willingness to work with students with disabilities, and a readiness to obtain restraint and isolation training. First aid/CPR is preferred. Training will be provided.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and required state test or two years of college
• Willingness and ability to work with students with disabilities
• First aid and CPR certification (preferred)
• Must be willing to obtain restraint and isolation training
• Must be of high moral character, courteous and dependable

Responsibilities

• In person job attendance
• Serves as the chief source of information and help to any substitute teacher assigned in the absence of the regular teacher
• Adapts classroom activities, assignments, and/or materials under the direction of the supervising teacher
• Adapts classroom work to provide instructional materials addressing individualized learning plans
• Administers classroom assignments, tests, homework, make-up work, remedial work, progress monitoring
• Administers immediate first aid and medical assistance as instructed by a health care professional
• Assists in completing all record keeping requirements
• Assists in designing/utilizing appropriate materials for individual students in general or special education classrooms
• Assists in instructing children in health and personal habits
• Assists in maintaining a safe work and play environment
• Assists general and special education teachers in facilitating modifications and/or adaptations in the educational environment
• Assists students in reaching academic goals and working toward IEP objectives
• Maintains a positive, orderly, and academically focused learning environment
• Collaborates with instructional staff and parents for student benefit
• Maintains safety rules and regular attendance
• Participates in required professional learning/training
• Prepares lesson materials and demonstrations
• Provides direct academic and social skills instruction and support
• Responds to emergencies and safety concerns as necessary
• Supports implementation of classroom management and behavioral plans
• Monitors behavior and uses positive behavioral supports
• Maintains confidentiality and FERPA/HIPAA compliance

Skills

Disability support

Integrity

First aid/CPR certification (preferred

Safety/wellbeing

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Two years of college

Job description

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or G.E.D. and passed state test or has a minimum of two (2) years of college
• Willingness and ability to work with students with disabilities
• First aid and CPR certification (preferred)
• Must be willing to obtain restraint and isolation training
• Must be of high moral character, courteous and dependable

Reports To:

Principal, Supervising Teacher

Supervises:

Assigned students, if applicable

Job Goals:

To assist the teacher achieve teaching objectives by working with individual students or small groups to help them achieve skill levels commensurate with their abilities.

Performance Responsibilities:

• In person job attendance
• Serves as the chief source of information and help to any substitute teacher assigned in the absence of the regular teacher
• Adapts classroom activities, assignments, and/or materials under the direction of the supervising teacher
• Adapts classroom work in order to provide students with instructional materials that address individualized learning plans within established lesson plans
• Administers classroom assignments, tests, homework assignments, make-up work, remedial work, progress monitoring, etc.
• Administers immediate first aid and medical assistance as instructed by a health care professional
• Assists in completing all record keeping requirements
• Assists in designing/utilizing appropriate materials for individual students in the general or special education classrooms
• Assists in instructing children in health and personal habits, such as eating, resting, and toilet habits
• Assists in maintaining a safe work and play environment
• Assists general and special education teachers in facilitating modifications and/or adaptations in the educational environment, instructional materials and/or equipment for special education students
• Assists students, individually or in small groups, with lesson in order to practice and/or reinforce learning concepts and assist students in reaching academic goals and grade level standards
• Assists students, under supervision of special education and/or general education teachers, in working toward meeting IEP objectives and goals
• Assists teacher in maintaining a positive, orderly, and academically focused learning condition in the instructional environment
• Assumes responsibility for knowing and following the safety rules and proper procedures associated with the responsibilities of the job
• Assumes the responsibility of having regular and timely attendance
• Collaborates with instructional staff, other school personnel, parents and a variety of community resources for the benefit of and in the best interest of students in the academic areas, athletics, special programs, extra-curricular activities, etc.
• Communicates with teachers as may be required to assist in evaluating progress and/or implement IEP objectives (where applicable)
• Discusses assigned duties with classroom teachers to coordinate instructional efforts
• Dresses children and changes diapers, as necessary
• Employs and implements de-escalation/restraint strategies
• Employs special education strategies or techniques during instruction to improve the development of sensory and perceptual-motor skills, language, cognition, or memory as directed by supervising teacher
• Follows all board policies, school system rules and administrative regulations
• Fosters cooperative social behavior through activities and group projects to assist students in forming satisfying relationships with other students and adults
• Implements IEPs that focus on improving areas of skill deficits
• Implements self-care programs, including providing direct assistance to students (e.g., toileting, positioning, lifting feeding, etc.) as needed and under the direction of the supervising teacher
• Implements, under the supervision of assigned teacher, instructional programs and lesson plans
• Instructs and monitors students in the use and care of equipment and materials to prevent injuries and damage
• Maintains a high level of personal integrity and a strong work ethic
• Maintains classroom equipment, work areas, and manual and electronic files and records to ensure the availability of items, provide written reference; and provide a safe learning environment
• May be required to ride school bus with students to monitor health and safety needs of students, provide medical care of students as needed, monitor the conduct of students, maintain discipline and safety, prevent altercations between students and damage to the bus. Participates in school bus safety drills
• Monitors and supervises individual and/or groups of students in a variety of settings (e.g. classroom, playground, field trips, library, cafeteria, bus loading/unloading, etc.)
• Observe students and/or parents to detect signs of ill health, problem situations, and other concerns that should be reported to the teacher
• Participates in and completes required hours of professional learning/training
• Prepares lesson materials, exhibits, equipment, and demonstrations
• Provides direct academic and social skills instruction and support within the classroom or in a small group
• Reports immediately, as required by law or school policy, to the appropriate agency(ies) and/or the principal or other persons designated by the school system, incidents involving unlawful student possession of weapons or drugs or fighting on school property
• Reports immediately, as required by law, to the appropriate agency(ies) and the principal or other persons designated by the school system, incidents of actual or suspected child abuse, actual or suspected child sexual abuse
• Responds promptly and professionally to inquiries from a variety of sources (e.g. teachers, students, parents, administrators, boosters, etc.)
• Responds to emergency situations and safety concerns as necessary and direct to appropriate personnel for resolution
• Supports implementation of a classroom management/discipline and individual student discipline plan ensuring safety at all times
• Supports implementation of and continuously monitors behavioral intervention plans as relates to student needs
• Utilizes positive behavioral supports as appropriate
• Utilizes special education teaching tools, techniques, and equipment as directed by the supervising teacher
• Works directly with students within general education and special education classrooms providing special assistance and/or instruction
• Maintains confidentiality and adhere to FERPA, HIPAA (if applicable), and district policies

• Performs other duties as assigned

Capacity and Ability Requirements:

The usual job demands require the following physical requirements: speaking, some lifting (up to 50 lbs.), carrying, pushing, and/or pulling, some stooping, kneeling, and physical dexterity.

Terms of Employment:

Nine (9) month work year. Salary and benefits shall be paid consistent with the District's approved compensation plan.

Evaluation Procedures:

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with the provisions of the Board's policy on evaluation of personnel.