Special Education Aide

Location: 277 Karen Way, Belvedere Tiburon, CA 94920
Pay: $30.22 - $33.98 an hour
Job Type: Part-time
Shift and Schedule: Day shift, Monday to Friday

**Reed Union School District**
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**Certifications**
Do you have a valid First Aid Certification certification?
Yes
No

**Skills**
Do you have experience in working with students?
Yes
No

**Education**
Do you have a High school diploma or GED?
Yes
No

**Languages**
Do you know English?
Yes
No

If interested, please apply: [Job Application Link](https://www.edjoin.org/Home/JobPosting/1928676)
Must pass background check and TB test for employment.

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**REED UNION SCHOOL DISTRICT POSITION DESCRIPTION**

**Special Education Aide**
**Overview:**
The Special Education Aide, under the supervision of the Director of Student Services and coordination with the site principals, general education teachers, provides support to students with Individual Education Programs (IEPs) and general education students who need support. The Special Education Aide assists in large or small group instruction or in individual assistance, across all educational settings. The site principal will evaluate the employee with input from the appropriate supervising teachers.

**Duties and Responsibilities:**
- Assist the teacher in meeting the educational needs of students
- Instruct individuals or small groups of special education students, reinforcing instruction in reading, mathematics, language arts, and other subject areas as directed
- Support certificated staff in preparing lessons and instructional materials as directed; review worksheets, workbooks, and other assignments, as directed by supervisor or Special Education teacher
- Assist with the implementation of students' IEP goals and objectives
- Prepare and assist in maintaining files, folders, attendance, and student records, as requested by supervisor
- Observe and manage behavior of students inside and outside of the classroom according to approved procedures; report progress regarding student performance and behavior to teacher; assist students by providing proper examples, emotional support, friendly attitude, and general guidance
- Assist students in mainstreamed classes, according to established procedures
- Provide support to teachers by setting up work areas, displays and exhibits, operating audio-visual equipment, operating educational training equipment, and distributing and collecting paper and supplies
- Assist in providing therapeutic, medical, and social skills instruction and support to individuals and small groups
- Assist students with personal hygiene, including toileting
- Lift, move and adjust positioning for non-ambulatory students
- Perform a variety of clerical duties such as recording grades, taking a role, and maintaining records and files
- Assist in maintaining a clear and orderly learning environment
- Participate in meetings, professional development, and in-service training programs, as assigned
- Perform related duties as assigned

**Requirements:**
**Knowledge of:** Basic reading, math, and writing skills.
**Ability to:**
1. Demonstrate a tolerant, accepting attitude toward all students and communicate respectfully and effectively with students and other staff members
2. Demonstrate willingness to carry out teacher-designed instructional procedures;
3. Assist the teacher in meeting the educational needs of students enrolled in the RSP and/or SDC program
4. Communicate effectively orally and in writing positively with student and adults
5. Demonstrate a commitment to provide the assistance for students to be a productive member of their classroom
6. Facilitate social relationships between students with disabilities and their non-disabled peers
7. Apply positive management techniques for small groups in the classroom, school, and community settings
8. Acquisition of a First Aid certificate, including training in CPR.

**Qualifications and Terms of Employment:**
- Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school
- AA degree from community college is preferred
- Previous experience working with children is preferred

**Working Conditions; Environment:**
Indoor and outdoor instructional environments.

**Physical Abilities:**
Hearing and speaking to exchange information; seeing to monitor students; dexterity of hands and fingers to operate assigned equipment; bending at the waist to assist students; kneeling or crouching; the ability to stand for long periods; ability to walk long distances; perform lifting, pushing, and/or pulling which does not exceed 25 pounds; is subject to inside and outside environmental conditions.

**Hazards:**
Exposure to climatic elements and noise; potential for contact with blood-borne pathogens and communicable diseases; frequent interruptions.

**Board Approved:** May 16, 2023

**Benefits:**
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance

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