Substitute Instructional Assistant - Special Education (SPED) SY26-27

About the role

Assists the building administrator and teacher in the supervision and education of our students in special services classrooms as well as perform general building duties.

Responsibilities

• Assists teachers and administrators to facilitate positive academic and behavioral growth for student's well-being of the children.
• Assists teachers and administrators in maintaining and restoring order and discipline in the school building and on grounds.
• Restrains and/or transports disturbed students, when necessary, sing non-offensive verbal and/or physical mediation skills.
• Assists in supervising student behavior throughout the school day.
• Assists teachers in maintain or restoring order in the classroom when needed.
• Maintains quiet/isolation rooms and/or time out areas.
• Assists in the supervision of student behavior in hallways, lunchrooms and on the playground.
• Assists children with special needs in their relationship with the typically developing children.
• Aids in the development of skills of independence in all areas of self-help such as toilet training, preparing, serving, and eating snacks; tidying the classroom materials, dressing, grooming, and preparing materials to go home.
• Aids in the preparation of classroom materials.
• Accompanies individuals or small groups of children to other locations in the building.

Requirements

• Must possess a strong desire and willingness to assist teachers and administrators in serving a diverse student population.
• Must have the ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with students, parents, co-workers, and supervisors.

Qualifications

• Must have an Associate's degree (or higher) from an accredited institution of higher learning.
• Pass the Ohio Department of Education approved Parapro examination administered by the Educational Testing Service (ETS) or by the Ohio State University (OSU).
• CPI certification required.

Skills

• Behavior management techniques
• Physical restraint
• Teaching a functional curriculum
• Developing and maintaining effective working relationships
• Working with frequent interruptions

Benefits

• Strong medical and dental benefits
• Free vision
• Employee Assistance Program
• Free life insurance starting at $50,000
• Pet insurance

Pay

$20.46/hour

Schedule

Regular and punctual attendance at the worksite is required for this position.

Physical/Mental Demands And Work Environment

• Posture: Prolonged sitting and standing; occasional stooping, bending, squatting, kneeling, bending, pushing, pulling and twisting.
• Motion: Frequent repetitive hand motions, including keyboarding and use of a mouse; occasional reaching.
• Lifting: Occasional lifting and carrying (less than 10 pounds).
• Environment: Works in office setting; may require occasional irregular hours and/or prolonged hours.

Additional Information

By completing an application, an individual agrees to comply fully with Ohio Revised Code 109.57 and 3319.311, both pre- and post-employment. If hired must obtain an Educational Aide Permit from the Ohio Department of Education.