Special Education Assistant I - Classroom @ Oak Grove Middle School - Job# 5474

Oak Grove Middle

Concord (CA)

On-site

USD 30,000 - 40,000

Part time

7 days ago

Be an early applicant

Get a reply from this employer

Your resume and cover letter, tailored to exactly what they’re hiring for.

Get past ATS filters

Job summary

Mt. Diablo Unified School District, Oak Grove Middle in Concord, California, is seeking a Special Education Assistant I for classroom support. The role includes assisting students with special needs, managing instructional tasks, and supporting daily classroom operations.

Requirements include a high school diploma with 48 college units or an AA, CBEST proof or proficiency exam, and CPR/First Aid certifications. The position is part-time; work length varies by assigned location and schedule.

Qualifications

High school diploma and either 48 college units or AA degree, or passing CBEST.
Proficiency exam may be required; CBEST accepted in lieu of.
Successful completion of Instructional Assistant Proficiency Examination and/or certification.

Responsibilities

Communicate with instructional team regarding daily student performance.
Assist students with special needs individually or in groups.
Support students with special needs in using instructional media and tests.
Help develop appropriate social behaviors using reinforcement techniques.
Assist in loading/unloading students from buses and in transitions between activities.

Skills

Communication

Following directions

Confidentiality

Education

High school diploma

48 college units

AA degree

CBEST

Job description

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

CLASS TITLE: SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT I/CLASSROOM

To qualify for this position, applicants must have a high school diploma and either (1) official transcripts showing at least two years of college (48 units) or an AA degree, or (2) a passing score on our online proficiency exam (CBEST accepted in lieu of). If the HR Department determines the proficiency exam is required, you will receive an email invitation containing an online testing link at the email address provided on your application. The exam

must be completed and submitted before the application deadline for your application to be considered.

Days Worked: 193 Calendar Days

To see what a Special Education Assistant does watch this video!

DEFINITION: Under general supervision, performs work of moderate difficulty in providing various specialized instructional support services in various pre K –12 and adult special education settings; and performs related work as required.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES: (The incumbent may or may not perform all the duties below)

Communicate regularly with other members of the instructional team regarding daily performance of the students
Under supervision works with students in a group or on an individual basis assisting with specific instructional tasks and accommodating the special needs of individual students
Assist students with special needs in learning or using special equipment of instructional media
Assist students with special needs in learning or using special tests
Assist students with special needs in the development and maintenance of appropriate social behaviors through the use of a variety of positive reinforcement techniques, activities and/or materials
Assist in the loading and unloading of students with special needs from buses and in the transferring of students to and from classrooms and events
Encourage and assist students with special needs in communicating and engaging in social activities, such as field trips and extra curricular activities
Supervises students with special needs in snack and lunch activities and outdoor/campus activities
Support students of diverse levels and types of disabilities, gender, ethnic and cultural backgrounds
May occasionally assist students with special needs in attending to personal
Maintain and prepare records and performs clerical duties related to special education programs
May assist with community based instruction
May be required to travel from location to location
Perform related duties as assigned

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:

Training and Experience: A combination of training and experience equivalent to high school graduation; one year experience working with students or the completion of one year of college-level coursework in a field related to the particular assignment.

Successful completion of the Instructional Assistant Proficiency Examination and/or hold appropriate certification for the position. Commitment to complete two required training courses or inservices within the first six months of being hired.

Knowledge of:

The appropriate subject matter, program and special instructional or communication procedures
The individual differences in children
Correct English usage, spelling, grammar, punctuation and mathematics
General classroom procedures, practices and equipment

Skill in:

Applying special instructional or communication procedures
Following oral and written directions
Communicating clearly both orally and in writing
Recordkeeping and providing clerical support duties
Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with school staff, students and parents
Reading, writing and arithmetic
Keeping school and student matters confidential

Ability to:

Perform the duties with or without accommodation
Learn and interpret rules, policies, regulations and procedures

Licenses and Certificates

A valid California Driver’s License may be required. Current certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and First Aid required

CSEA, Salary Range: 400

Mt. DIABLO UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT 11/02