Job Description

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

        To work closely with one or a few disabled pupils on a regular

        basis in an effort to provide them with the physical, academic,

        and emotional support they need to gain benefit from the district’s

        education program.

SALARY:

     Salary will be based on minimum for pay grade plus years of related experience.

QUALIFICATIONS:

        Minimum Education/Certification:

                High School Diploma or equivalent

                An associates (or higher) degree or

                Meet the rigorous standard of quality required by the district

        Special Knowledge/Skills:

                Must have ability to work with students with disabilities who

                have difficulty with academics, behavior, social skills, and various

                physical needs.

                Must be able to work in a variety of jobs, time schedules and with

                a variety of people.

                Must have the ability to work harmoniously with student, parents,

                and school personnel.

                Must have the abilities to willingly follow written and/or oral

                directions and to exercise good judgment.

                Must be able to change assignment or duties during the year

                to meet the needs of students as students enter or exit programs.

                Must be able to travel to various locations throughout the district

                Must possess acute and/or corrected visual and hearing capabilities

                Must possess the manual dexterity and physical capabilities to

                perform all job requirements.

                Must have effective verbal and written communication skills as

                well as a high degree of literacy and mental capabilities.

        Work Conditions:

                Position may require incumbent:

                        To withstand a wide range of temperatures.

                        To stand and/or walk for long periods of time.

                        To maintain flexibility.

                        To restrain students.

                        Regular attendance is an essential function

        Minimum Experience:

                The experience of having worked with students and parents

                is preferred. This experience may be work in church-related

                school, day camps, youth groups, and private schools, licensed

                day-care centers or similar experiences.

• Position Type: Full-timeContact Information
• · Job Categories: Special Education > General Special Education Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA Special Education > Special Education Assistant

• Gary Cates

• Phone: 806.537.3541
• Email: rebecca.gerhardt@region16.net
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