Personal Care Assistant - Special Education 26/27 SY

Essential Functions

• Assist teachers with providing instruction for students with special needs in school/classroom setting
• Support related service activities of Speech, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Adaptive Physical Education and Pool Therapy
• Prepare classroom materials for instructional activities
• Monitor and reinforce student behavior and performance
• Instruct students and develop life skills through assistance with eating, toileting, dressing and hygiene activities
• Assist in maintaining classroom setting, preparing lessons
• Support positive strategies to promote behavior, daily living skills and academic instruction
• Communicate with parents, and assist students in a group and/or one on one basis
• Attend workshops and meetings when appropriate

Tasks

• Aid in occupational and physical therapy for students throughout the school day
• Maintain a healthy and safe environment
• Document any student-related incidents or injuries
• Perform related duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills And Other Characteristics

• Knowledge of District policies and procedures
• Knowledge of developmental, physical and mental delays and disorders
• Knowledge of special education or special needs accommodations
• Knowledge of standards for special education
• Skill in utilizing sensory/therapy equipment
• Skill in monitoring and assisting with positive learning behaviors
• Skill in assisting and monitoring students participating in Pool Therapy
• Skill in providing positive behavior supports
• Skill in effective verbal and written communication
• Skill in following oral and written instructions
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships

Physical Requirements

• Work is performed in indoor and outdoor environments
• Requires frequent standing, sitting, walking, bending
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds
• May be exposed to infectious diseases

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Valid Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card
• Must be able to obtain CPR certification
• One (1) year of childcare or classroom experience and one (1) year of working with students with special needs, or an equivalent combination of training and experience
• Additional certifications may also be required as specified by the District
• Depending on the needs of the District, some incumbents in this class must be able to demonstrate fluency in both Spanish and English as a condition of employment