Instructional Assistant - Autistic Support (2 Positions) - *UPDATED from Learning Support to Autistic Support

Qualifications

• Experience working in an educational setting, preferred
• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent
• Must acquire and maintain a current and active CPR and basic first aid certification
• Meet one of the following requirements:
• Completed at least two (2) years of post-secondary study
• Possess an associate's degree or higher
• Meet a rigorous standard of quality as demonstrated through a State or local assessment
• "Para Educator Credential of Competency" as issued by PDE

Essential Functions / Duties / Responsibilities

• Work with an individual or groups as directed by the classroom teacher to reinforce skill development
• Work with individual, pairs, or groups of students to monitor or direct activities as directed by classroom teacher
• If appropriate, monitor and tend to the physical needs of students as required
• Monitor students as necessary in all school settings including, but not limited to, cafeteria, hallways, library, classrooms, study halls, on and off bus, etc.
• Complete clerical duties such as copying, assembling, laminating, answering phones, etc as assigned by the classroom teacher
• Provide a safe, secure and positive educational environment through appropriate student supervision and intervention
• Absorb and adapt educational materials and supplies to enhance student understanding and learning
• Attend and complete successfully all staff development trainings and/or meetings as required by the employer
• Practice appropriate hygienic precautions for student, self and the work environment
• Twenty (20) hours of staff development activities related to assignment completed annually between July 1st and June 30th each year in accordance with Chapter 14

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, bend, stoop, sit, lift, reach, communicate (vision, hearing, and speech), carry or convey sufficient weight to safely and effectively carry out functions, duties, and responsibilities
• Ability to independently ambulate in and around school buildings and office areas
• Ability to travel to and from assigned work locations without employer support
• Ability to read, write, speak and comprehend the English language
• Ability to lift, position, transport and maneuver students as needed
• Ability to physically restrain student in accordance with District protocols