Educational Assistant/Attendant

Position: Educational Assistant/AttendantReports to: Building Administrator, Supervisor for the Education of Exceptional ChildrenEmployment Status: Regular/Full TimeDescription: Help students to achieve their greatest potential, learn to become independent, makesuccessful transitions and to interact with their peersNOTE: The below lists are not ranked in order of importanceEssential Functions: Ensure safety of studentsMaintain respect at all times for confidential information (i.e. IEP, ETR, custody papers, medical records, communication with parents and other teachers)Assist the teacher in implementing any training programs involved in the physical care and treatment of students, inclusive of, but not limited to feeding, lifting, positioning, toileting and transferringAssist the teacher as directed in implementing all classroom and related services objectives delineated in the IEP (i.e. targeted physical care procedures and academic objectives)Interact in a positive manner with staff, students and parentsAssist students in the cafeteria, playground/recess, hall and/or classroomKeep students focused and on-task, every period, as much as possibleAbility to carry out policies and procedures of the Board of Education and the PrincipalCarry out other normal routine and extra activities necessary for the educational development of handicapped studentsSupervise and assist students at various school activities and functionsMonitor and manage student behavior as directed by the teacherAssist students in the development of life skills and appropriate social behaviorsConduct individual or small group reinforcing exercises as directed by the teacherSupervise students as directed by the teacherWork with handicapped students under supervision of the teachersOther Duties and Responsibilities: Record keeping as necessaryAttend meetings and in-services as requiredKeep student current on homework assignmentsMust be able to deal appropriately with students who exhibit emotional or behavioral problems, aggressive behavior, or physical problemsAbility to manage student behavior effectivelySensitivity to handicapped studentsAssist teacher with clerical duties (i.e., prepare papers, typing, etc.)Perform other duties as assigned by the Supervisor for the Education of Exceptional ChildrenQualifications: High school diploma or general education degree (GED)Classroom experience with handicapped studentsAppropriate state of Ohio certification/license (i.e. Ohio Educational Aide certificate) with ESEA qualificationBCII reportSuch alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent and/or Board of Education may find appropriateRequired Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: First aid/CPR trainingKnowledge of child developmentTraining in child abuse and communicable diseases as necessaryTraining in instructional methodologies desirableEquipment Operated: All common household appliances (i.e. refrigerator, stove, oven, dishwasher, mixer, radio, washing machine and dryer)Additional Working Conditions: Frequent interaction among unruly childrenFrequent exposure to blood, bodily fluids and tissueOccasional requirement to travel (i.e. to grocery store, field trips)Occasional requirement to "2-person lift" and carry children up to approximately 175 poundsOccasional requirement to climb, kneel, sit, and balanceOccasional requirement to lift and carry (i.e. children) up to approximately 75 poundsThis job description is subject to change and in no manner states or implies that these are the only duties and responsibilities to be performed by the incumbent. The incumbent will be required to follow the instructions and perform the duties required by the incumbent's supervisor, appointing authority.