I. PURPOSE OF THE JOB
   
The Teacher Aide will perform a variety of duties to assist the classroom teacher in a variety of settings.  The Teacher Aide will receive daily direction from the Special Education Teacher in the classroom.  The Teacher Aide directly reports to the Education Coordinator or Resource Teacher.

II. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

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Attends to the physical needs of children including but not limited to helping children with activities of daily living, hand over hand assistance and approved behavioral management techniques
Supervises children including attending to the children during outdoor activities and to and from the school buses
Performs such other child related and supportive services when such tasks are determined and supervised by the Teacher
Performs housekeeping tasks such as sanitizing the classroom daily including the tables, toys, toilet and sink and vacuuming the rug.
Provides clerical support for classroom teacher and/or therapists when requested
Manages materials and equipment.
Participates in team meetings and case review meetings whenever possible
Utilizes positive, constructive, encouraging approaches at all times and follows agency behavior management policy
Remains totally engaged with the children during school sessions
Works as a collaborative team member within classroom(s).
Maintains the highest level of individual/employee confidentiality 
Attends trainings and meetings 
Remains knowledgeable of agency policies and procedures as they relate to position
Other duties as assigned by Education Coordinator, Resource Teacher or Director. 

III. KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

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High school diploma or GED required.

Must be able to work effectively with individuals with and without disabilities and be flexible and creative by tailoring their approach to the individual’s needs; possess the skills necessary to supervise children with disabilities and challenging behaviors; and possess good oral and written communication skills.

V. EXTENT OF PUBLIC CONTACT

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Greets families and visitors who visit the school in a professional manner

VI. FUNCTIONAL ABILITIES (with or without reasonable accommodation)

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Visual and auditory acuity sufficient to work safely with children in the classroom and in the play yard using verbal and non-verbal cues.
Ability to lift and/or transfer children up to 50 pounds and transport materials without assistance.
Ability to bend or stoop in order to work with children at their level
Ability to provide Help Understanding Guidance and Support (HUGS) after trained.
Flexibility to work when needed to meet staffing needs or training requirements.
Ability to travel to and work in a variety of community settings.

 

VII. Other Information

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FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt

Division: Education

Reports to: Educational Assistant Supervisor

Director of Education: Rebecca Rush

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