Pre-K Special Education Assistant Self Contained S/C (Part-Time)

Cartwright School District; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 15,000 - 20,000; Part time

Job summary

Cartwright School District in Phoenix, Arizona, is looking for a Part-time Pre-K Special Education Assistant to assist teachers with personal care and classroom activities for special education children. The ideal candidate will possess a high school diploma, CPR and First Aid certifications, and an Arizona Fingerprint card. Responsibilities include monitoring children's behavior, preparing classroom activities, and providing personalized support as needed. The role offers a 7-hour workday for 10 months, with a starting salary based on the Governing Board's approval.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and write in order to communicate and receive instruction.
• Certification in CPR and First Aid required.
• Arizona IVP Fingerprint card is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers with personal care and classroom activities.
• Monitor children's behaviors inside and outside the classroom.
• Prepare classrooms for activities and maintain supplies.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Knowledge of Federal and state regulations

Education

High School Diploma or G.E.D.

CPR Certification

First Aid Training

Arizona IVP Fingerprint card

TB test

Food Handlers Card

Job description

Pre-K Special Education Assistant Self Contained S/C (Part-time)

FOUR DAY WEEK FOR SCHOLARS AND EMPLOYEES! Cartwright School District's motto is “One Team, Una Familia!” which reflects our dedication to treating each child as a cherished family member. We are looking for self-motivated and experienced workers with the same dedication.

JOB GOAL

Responsible for assisting teachers with personal care, safety, behavioral needs and classroom activities for special education children.

Qualifications

Training and Experience (position requirements at entry):

• Ability to read and write in order to communicate and receive instruction, or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above.
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification
• First Aid Training
• High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (G.E.D.)
• Arizona IVP Fingerprint card
• TB test
• First Aid/CPR
• Food Handlers Card

Performance Responsibilities

• Monitors progress and assignments under teacher direction.
• Monitors children’s behaviors inside and outside classroom.
• Assists with clean-up and other related tasks following daily activities.
• Prepares classroom for activities, including organizing assignments and preparing homework folders.
• Creates bulletin boards, maintains materials and supplies, contacts parents and may make copies.
• May attend in-service training sessions.
• Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.
• Positions assigned to the Emotionally Disabled and Alternative Education Programs may be responsible for:
• Assisting with implementation of level system
• Assisting with implementation of behavioral intervention plans
• Assisting with monitoring of children during social skills groups
• Assisting with activities supporting inclusion

• Positions assigned to the Mildly, Moderately and Severely Mentally Retarded Programs may be responsible for:
• Assisting with personal care
• Assisting with activities of daily living
• Assisting with functional communication
• Assisting with student physical and physiological requirements
• Assisting with assistive technology and other adaptive equipment
• Assisting with goals and objectives as directed by related service providers
• Assisting with supporting inclusion opportunities in social settings
• Assisting with behavioral management
• Assisting with functional life-skill development

Positions assigned to severe Language Delayed Program may be responsible for:

• Assisting with functional communication
• Assisting with activities supporting inclusion
• Monitoring progress and assignments under teacher direction
• Assisting with language development activities under teacher direction
• Assisting with behavioral management

Positions assigned to assist other Health Impaired children may be responsible for

• Supporting personal care of child, i.e. toileting
• Providing physical assistance to child in a variety of settings
• Assisting with goals and objectives as directed by related service providers
• Assisting with behavioral management when necessary

Positions assigned to assist Early Childhood Special Education children may be responsible for:

• Assisting with personal care
• Assisting with activities of daily living
• Assisting with functional communication
• Assisting with student physical and physiological requirements
• Assisting with assistive technology and other adaptive equipment
• Assisting with goals and objectives as directed by related service providers
• Assisting with supporting inclusion opportunities in social realms
• Assisting with behavioral management
• Assisting with functional life-skill development

Knowledge And Skills

• Knowledge of applicable Federal, state, county and city statutes, rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of applicable Cartwright School District and departmental policies and procedures.
• Early Childhood Development
• Communication, interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, etc. sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction
• Basic reading, writing and mathematical skills
• Basic safety procedures and guidelines
• Monitoring and redirecting children
• Monitoring and assisting children with activities under teacher supervision

Physical Requirements

• Positions in this class typically require: stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, and seeing
• Incumbents may be subjected to blood and other body fluids
• Medium Work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects

Terms of Employment

Reports To: Earlychildhood Director

Location: Districtwide

Supervises: NA

Calendar: 10 month Non-benefitted

Position Hours: 7 per day

Job Category: Classified

Beginning Salary: ESP Column B; As approved by the Governing Board

Benefits: As approved by the Governing Board

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Deadline for Application: Until filled