Education Assistant IV - Early Childhood Ed

This position is based on student need and may require mid-day travel using a personal vehicle, particularly for Variable/Floater roles. Assignment locations include Mountain View Primary and Franktown Elementary.

Responsibilities

• Document health-related services in the designated Medicaid documentation system for DCSD school Medicaid reimbursement, as assigned (N/A if no eligible students).
• Assist with materials preparation and implementation of interventions and strategies under the direction of the preschool teacher and/or special education team.
• Administer and document prescription medication to students and perform medical procedures, as delegated (N/A if no students require medication).
• Provide appropriate supervision of students throughout the day, including in the absence of the preschool teacher (e.g., name-to-face counting multiple times per session).
• Perform other related duties as assigned or requested.
• Conduct proper cleaning and sanitizing of the classroom in accordance with local, Douglas County Health Board (DCHB), and CDHS regulations.
• Complete and maintain up-to-date records of all required district, department, and CDHS professional development trainings, competencies, and accounts (e.g., PDIS, Teaching Strategies GOLD Interrater Reliability certification).
• Annually participate in a minimum of 15 hours of Early Childhood-specific professional development.
• Assist students with daily functions and life skills instruction (e.g., food preparation, hand-over-hand or tube feeding, toileting).
• Maintain confidentiality regarding student needs and abilities.
• Support classroom setup/cleanup, lesson plans, and materials preparation under the direction of the preschool teacher and/or licensed/certified provider.
• Assist in documentation of student learning and growth (e.g., IEP goal progress monitoring, TS GOLD).
• Provide assistance to students in non-classroom settings (e.g., bathroom, playground, bus transference), which may involve lifting children and/or equipment.
• Communicate and interact appropriately with students, families, and school personnel.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent (required).
• CPR and First Aid certification (American Heart Association).

Skills

• Ability to consistently maintain a positive and professional attitude.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with all stakeholders to meet diverse needs and achieve successful outcomes.
• Effective operation of personal computers, software applications, general office equipment, and telephone systems.
• Strong verbal and written English communication skills, including the ability to read and comprehend written/graphic and oral instructions.
• Ability to meet attendance standards and work the hours necessary to perform essential job functions.
• Strong detail orientation, time management, and organizational skills.
• Willingness and commitment to observe and model all District policies and procedures.

Environmental and Physical Demands

• Assist students with toileting, diapering, feeding, and related personal needs.
• Supervise outdoor play in varying weather conditions (IAW CDHS licensing regulations).
• Work in an environment that may include emotional outbursts or volatile student behavior.
• Occasional lifting of up to 35 pounds.
• Frequent bending, standing, sitting, and walking, including sitting on the ground or in low chairs.
• Occasional reaching, kneeling, bending, squatting, and pushing.
• Frequent use of hands, keyboarding, and writing.
• Vision, auditory, and mental acuity within normal ranges.

Pay

Hourly pay range: $19.84 – $30.55 USD (full-time equivalent). Part-time salaries are prorated based on assigned FTE. Minimum hire rate: $19.84 USD. Maximum hire rate: $25.20 USD.

Schedule

• Regular, 0.94 FTE position (37.5 hours per week).
• Approximately 180 work days per year.

Benefits

• Eligible for health, vision, and dental insurance.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA).
• District-paid and voluntary supplemental life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance.
• Short- and long-term disability, critical illness, and accident voluntary insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Voluntary 401(k), 403(b), and 457 retirement plan options.
• Paid sick and personal time.