Specialized Needs Aide

Young World Physical Education; Laurel (MT); On-site; USD 19,604 - 27,922; Full time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education in Laurel is seeking a full-time Specialized Needs Aide to assist students with specialized needs and support instructional personnel. Responsibilities include preparing learning materials, monitoring student behavior, and providing medical interventions as required. The ideal candidate should have an associate degree or higher, knowledge of anatomy, and maintain current CPR certification. Pay starts at $17.25 per hour.

Qualifications

• Completion of at least two years of study at an institute of higher education.
• Basic knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology.
• Maintain current CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Assist instructional personnel with preparation of learning materials.
• Monitor and assist students in varied locations.
• Provide medical interventions as delegated by professionals.

Skills

Communication Skills

Knowledge of Anatomy

CPR Certification

Child Development Knowledge

Education

Associate degree or higher

Job description

Specialized Needs Aide

Starting Date: Immediately

Level IV position with a starting wage of $17.25 per hour.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Works in varying capacities in accordance with assigned roles.
• Assists instructional personnel with preparation of learning materials and activities.
• Assists students individually or in small groups to deliver or reinforce lessons and monitor study activities.
• Monitors and assists students in varied locations; maintains standards of behavior and utilizes established disciplinary policies when necessary.
• Performs general clerical duties for instructional and non-instructional staff such as filing, typing, duplication/distribution of materials, supply inventory and assembling resource materials.
• Assists in maintaining a variety of reports and records.
• Assists in maintaining a clear, neat, orderly, and attractive learning environment.
• Assists in scoring tests; computing and recording grades.
• Reports disciplinary concerns to appropriate staff in accordance with current policy/procedure.
• Familiarity with materials and equipment used within the scope of assigned responsibilities.
• Attends relevant meetings and trainings as assigned.
• Meet communication needs of students with specialized needs.
• Assist with feeding students and maintaining fluid balance with an appropriate technique for the student's age and physical condition.
• Treat students with specialized needs with respect and dignity.
• Operate medical equipment safely and correctly.
• Assist with toileting and personal hygiene while maintaining the dignity of the student.
• Provide medical interventions delegated by professionals such as administering medication after training, checking blood sugars, etc.
• Knowledge of Universal Precautions to prevent exposure to bodily fluids and communicable disease.
• Knowledge in de‑escalation techniques and skills.

Only minimum duties are listed. Other functions may be required as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Completion of at least two years of study at an institute of higher education; associate degree or higher, or equivalent, and demonstrate through a formal state or local academic assessment the ability to assist in instruction of reading, writing, and math.
• Basic knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology.
• Knowledge of relevant nursing care.
• Knowledge of general concepts of child growth, development, and behavior characteristics.
• Knowledge of public education goals and objectives.
• Assume responsibility for assisting in supervision of students.
• Perform routine record keeping, clerical work and light typing.
• Learn and utilize basic methods and procedures to be followed in instructional settings.
• Demonstrate an understanding, patient, warm, positive, and receptive attitude toward children.
• Understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
• Maintain cooperative working relationships with staff, students, parents, and general public.
• Ability to handle stressful situations and effectively manage time and responsibilities.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of employment and student matters.
• Maintain current CPR certification.

Position Type: Full‑Time

Salary: $17.25 per hour

LAUREL SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 7 & 7-70 IS AN E.E.O. EMPLOYER