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Teacher Assistant / 1:1 Aide
SUMMARY: Assists teacher of the handicapped in planning and executing educational programs for assigned class.
REPORTS TO: Principal
DUTIES:
- Assists in all areas of instruction including daily routines, academics, specials, assemblies, daily living skills, therapy groups, including aquatic and hippo therapy, and any other appropriate classroom and school activity.
- Fosters student independence, socialization and self-esteem and assists students with daily living skills, feeding/eating, and personal care.
- Assists in adapting instructional activities and materials according to learner needs and individualized programs. Helps teacher in preparation of art displays, instructional materials, etc.
- Follows through on directions and student program requirements;
- able to work independently and with minimal direction for daily routines and lessons/activities,
- responds appropriately to input and direction from teachers and other team members.
- Demonstrate initiative and effective strategies, as per school guidelines, for management of student behavior.
- Assists students arriving and departing from buses. Supervise students according to bus duty schedule.
- Supports student IEP goals and carries out recommendations from therapists including sensory diets, feeding plans, AAC communication strategies.
- Follows safety procedures and guidelines with adaptive equipment; wheel chairs, special standers, walkers, strollers and other pieces of equipment.
- Acts as a good role model by maintaining appropriate classroom behavior and conversation in front of students and visitors at all times.
- Maintains a positive and cooperative attitude at all times.
- Is prepared and punctual for meetings, conferences and trainings.
- Performs other related tasks as required
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:
Ability to relate well to children with disabilities and to establish relationship with child with unique special needs; to learn and understand each child's individual needs and to carry out program objectives; to learn use of and operate adaptive equipment; to perform strenuous physical activity including supporting, lifting, and transferring a minimum of 50 pounds ; to communicate effectively in English both verbally and in writing; to adhere to personnel policies and procedures; to establish and maintain proper working relationships with children, supervisors, administrators and parents; to maintain a safe working environment and adhere to universal health precautions
QUALIFICATIONS:
- High School graduate
- College coursework, Substitute Certificate (or eligible) or experience in a similar position/school a plus
- Experience with individuals with special abilities preferred
- Knowledge of or willingness to learn basic ASL (American Sign Language)
- Reliable attendance and punctuality, Monday through Friday, during the hours of 8:15AM - 3:15PM
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