Individual Aide

Position Summary The job of an Individual Aide/ Paraprofessional is to provide support to the instructional program with specific responsibility in assisting in the supervision, care, and instruction of students with special needs; assisting in implementing plans for instruction; monitoring student behavior; and providing information to appropriate school personnel Assessment Assists teacher in maintaining an objective, ongoing assessment of learner progress Assists in assessing student progress with behavior management system Management Adapts classroom activities, assignments and/or materials under the direction of the supervising teacher for the purpose of supporting and reinforcing classroom objectives and meeting IEP goals. Implements established behavior management system Assists in maintaining routine classroom procedures and preparation of materials as assigned Assists with student supervision and/or feeding including snacks and reinforcements Assists in student movement (including lifting) and maintains a knowledge of the proper technique for each student within assigned group Assists in maintaining safety and general welfare of assigned students Where necessary, assists in toileting and bathroom supervision Maintains confidentiality of student performances and records as prescribed by State and Federal law and ACES policy and procedures Charts and maintains student progress via collection of behavioral, vocational, and educational data Keeps current all required forms and documents Communication Cooperates with all ACES personnel and consultants who provide input or services to students Communicates effectively with students and colleagues Communicates with supervising instructional staff, and a variety of health care professionals, and professional support personnel for the purpose of communicating progress or implementing IEP objectives. Knowledge Maintains a current knowledge of each student's special circumstances and needs as appropriate to the activity Maintains current knowledge of first aid procedures Knowledge and ability to safely support students' physical needs such as lifting, repositioning, feeding, and toileting Knowledge and ability to maintain safety of self, staff, and students by participating and maintaining approved physical and psychological management techniques Actively participates in ongoing professional development opportunities OTHER FUNCTIONS Participates in trainings for the purpose of providing or receiving information and updating skills Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the program