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Inst Asst 3/Special Ed: Sunrise Preschool |
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| Requirements Must have an associate's degree or higher, OR have completed 48 credits at a university, OR receive a passing score on the ETS ParaPro assessment. Job Hours 11 hours per week, Monday - Thursday; AM Session (8:40 - 11:30) Pay Range $17.92 / hour Step Advancements annually, per the Provo School District Salary Schedule: chrome-extension://efaidnbmnnnibpcajpcglclefindmkaj/https://employee.provo.edu/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/ia01-hourly-instructional-assistant-schedule-fy24-07102023.pdf |
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| Purpose The job of Inst Asst 3 / Special Ed is made for the purpose/s of providing services to students with disabilities in order to increase student achievement and graduation rates. This job is distinguished from similar jobs by the following characteristics: Prepares and implements specialized instruction with limited supervision from the certified special educator, implements behavior modification plans, assists medically fragile students with medical interventions and hygiene under the direction of a health care professional and/or the licensed special educator, and provides instruction to students when a certified special educator is not present. This job reports to the Preschool Special Education Administrator. Essential Functions Adapts classroom activities, assignments, and/or materials under the direction of the supervising teacher for the purpose of supporting and reinforcing classroom objectives. Assists medically fragile or physically disabled students (e.g., feeding, grooming, dressing, repositioning, movement, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining students' personal hygiene and comfort. Assists in providing medical assistance as instructed by a health care professional or licensed special educator (e.g., diapering, toileting, tube feeding, colostomy bags, medication, etc.) for the purpose of meeting the immediate health care needs of students. Attends to the physical and/or medical needs of students with IEPs (e.g., diapering, feeding, bathing, changing clothes, administering medication, etc.) for the purpose of providing appropriate student learning conditions and assisting the supervising teacher. Attends meetings and in-service presentations (e.g., first aid, CPR, emergency procedures, etc.) for the purpose of acquiring and/or conveying information relative to job functions. Communicates with supervising instructional staff and professional support personnel for the purpose of assisting in evaluating progress and/or implementing IEP objectives. Creates lesson plans based on student IEP goals under the direction of a certified special educator for the purpose of assisting students in meeting individual IEP goals and in learning required skills and content. Implements under the supervision of an assigned teacher, behavioral plans designed by the IEP team for students with behavior disorders, or other special conditions for the purpose of presenting and/or reinforcing learning concepts. Maintains accurate records and instructional materials (e.g., daily logs, instructional materials, assessment results, IEP progress reports, behavior management reports, timesheets, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring the availability of items, providing accurate record keeping: and assisting with progress monitoring. Monitors and/or assists students during assigned periods within a variety of school environments (e.g., restrooms, playgrounds, hallways, bus loading, cafeteria, parking lots, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining a safe and positive learning environment. Provides under the supervision of an assigned teacher, instruction to students in a variety of individual and group activities (e.g., academic subjects, social skills, daily living skills, etc.) for the purpose of reinforcing instructional objectives; implementing IEP plans; and ensuring students' success in school. Other Functions: Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit. Qualification Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities: SKILLS are required to perform multiple tasks with a need to occasionally upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skill-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: adhering to safety practices; operating standard office equipment including using pertinent software applications; and preparing and maintaining accurate records. KNOWLEDGE is required to perform algebra and/or geometry; read a variety of manuals, write documents following prescribed formats, and/or present information to others; and understand complex, multi-step written and oral instructions. Specific knowledge-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include instructional procedures and practices, age-appropriate student activities; safety practices and procedures; conflict resolution; and stages of child development/ behavior. ABILITY is required to schedule activities; gather and/or collate data, and use job-related equipment. Flexibility is required to work with others; work with data utilizing specific, defined processes; and operate equipment using standardized methods. Ability is also required to work with others; work with similar types of data, and utilize job-related equipment. Some problem-solving may be required to identify issues and select action plans. Problem-solving with data requires following prescribed guidelines, and problem-solving with equipment is limited to moderate. Specific ability-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: adapting to changing work priorities; communicating with diverse groups; maintaining confidentiality; working as part of a team; working with constant interruptions; adaptability/flexibility; decision making; and taking the initiative. Responsibility Responsibilities include: working under direct supervision using standardized procedures, providing information, and/or advising others, and operating within a defined budget. The utilization of some resources from other work units is often required to perform the job's functions. There is some opportunity to affect the organization's services. Work Environment, The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions, require the following physical demands: occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling, some stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling, and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally, the job requires 20% sitting, 40% walking, and 40% standing. The job is performed under minimal temperature variations and in a generally hazard-free environment. Job-related experience is desired. Clearances Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance |
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