Special Education Aide at Leigh High School

Hourly pay: $23.63 - $33.23 (CSEA Range 1).

Schedule

Work year is 206 days (11 months), 6 hours per day.

Benefits

• One-time bilingual (Spanish) signing incentive, prorated to FTE and start date, upon passing a Spanish fluency test.
• Monthly bilingual (Spanish) stipend of $100.00 upon passing a Spanish fluency test.
• Generous health benefit options, including several that require no employee contribution for self.

About the role

To assist a certificated teacher in the instruction and supervision of an individual special education student by assisting with instructional support, child care activities, and prescribed specialized one-on-one services. Employees receive direct to general supervision from a certificated teacher within a well-defined framework of policies and procedures. Where appropriate, employees will receive training and indirect supervision by a district nurse or professional in the performance of specific medical procedures. This role provides responsible support and follow-through activities as specified in the student's Individual Educational Plan (IEP).

Responsibilities

• Assists certificated teacher in the care and supervision of assigned student with specialized needs, including instruction, recreation, sports, arts and crafts, social integration, personal hygiene, and grooming.
• Primary provider of medical procedures for assigned student in the school setting under supervision of district nurse.
• Monitors individual student to maintain a safe and positive environment.
• Escorts assigned student outside the classroom, ensuring student's safety, social integration, and security.
• Assists student with personal hygiene and grooming functions, including toileting, diaper changes, cleanup, changing clothing, washing, hair care, and dental hygiene as necessary.
• Assists certificated teacher in teaching academic skills related to the student's level of achievement or as specified on the IEP.
• Assists assigned student in motor skill activities (gross/fine), such as balancing, playground activities, throwing and catching, sensory perception, sports, and games.
• Supervises assigned student in various situations to ensure safety of the student and others.
• Assists teacher(s) in reviewing student's work, assessing progress, and administering tests.
• Assists teacher(s) in developing lesson plans and identifying student's specific needs.
• Assists in the preparation and maintenance of required paperwork for assigned student.

About the organization

Campbell Union High School District, located in the heart of Silicon Valley, is a small, close-knit district committed to ensuring every student is ready for the future. We strive to be data-informed and focused on results while promoting humanity, kindness, and personal responsibility. We provide a supportive environment of collaboration among staff and recognize that high-quality teachers, administrators, and staff are key to student success.

Requirements

• Learn the physical requirements and/or specific needs of assigned special education student.
• Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action.
• Effectively supervise students in a variety of situations.
• Maintain calm and patience in stressful situations.
• Meet the physical requirements necessary to safely and effectively perform required duties.
• Establish and maintain cooperative and effective work relationships with others.
• Understand and address students with special needs.
• CPR and First Aid Certification may be required.
• Two years of college (48 semester units).
• Experience working with teenagers is preferred.

Physical Effort / Work Environment

• High school classroom environment.
• May require lifting and assisting students with medical or physical needs.
• Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.