Special Education One-to-One Assistant at Lexington County School District One in Lexington, SC

Job description

Paraprofessional Information and Hiring Requirements Lexington County School District One paraprofessionals must meet one of the following prior to their date of hire : 60 college credit hours An associate degree or higher A passing score on the ParaPro or ParaPathways Assessment (available at ETS.org) Need the ParaPathways Assessment? Register HERE to take it at our Adult Education Center. ============================================================================================================================================================= Position Title: One to One Assistant, Special Education Department: Instructional Services Reports To: Principal FLSA Status: Non-Exempt ================================================================================================================================================================= QUALIFICATIONS: High school graduate or equivalent At least two years of study (60 semester hours) at an accredited institution of higher education; or An associate's degree (or higher); or A passing score on the ParaPro or ParaPathways Assessment. CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: Must have current government issued identification TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: 8 Hours/180 Days Support Staff Salary Scale (Grade 8) The terms of employment detailed in this job description are based on full time employment during the school year. Conditions of employment adjusted for part time employees or individuals who are hired for less than an entire school year. GENERAL SUMMARY: Under close supervision of a certified teacher, works with individuals or a small group of students identified as disabled under Individuals with Disabilities Act (IDEA) to provide physical, emotional and academic support for them to gain maximum benefit from special education programs. Assists teachers with various classroom activities. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Supports and upholds the mission, vision and strategic goals of Lexington County School District One towards increased outcomes for students. Interacts, communicates and collaborates with all stakeholders effectively. Establishes a safe, supportive, positive and productive working and learning environment. Operates general office and technology equipment needed for daily activities. Maintains confidentiality regarding all employee and student information. Participates in all professional meetings and training sessions as required. Requests and maintains materials needed for daily responsibilities and essential functions; provides for safe storage and proper use of all tools, equipment and materials. Assists with implementation of IEP (Individual Education Program) goals and objectives. Prepares materials for instructional purposes. Assists with academic instruction and classroom activities. Keeps students on task and in compliance with classroom and school rules. Implements behavior intervention plans (BIP) under teacher direction. Assists with personal hygiene and daily living skills (toileting, feeding, drinking, mobility, dressing, etc.) Communicates daily with the lead certified teacher regarding student progress and other pertinent issues. Is able/willing to manage and respond to student's behavioral needs. Is able/willing to help utilize visuals to support the student's programming. Follow behavior interventions as necessary for the student's success. Follows instructions given by the lead certified teacher. Performs record keeping duties including but not limited to maintenance of restroom usage, diet, behavior charts, etc. Assists in data collection under teacher supervision. Demonstrates sensitivity to student needs, learning styles, behavior, etc.; responds to student needs. Monitors, inspects and adjusts prosthesis, casts, braces, hearing aids, and glasses. Provides basic first aid. Assists with physical health programs (physical and occupational therapy, adaptive physical education, etc.) Assists with provision of related services (speech therapy, vision services, etc.)