Special Education Associate

6 days ago


Ames, Iowa, United States Ames Community School District Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated and dedicated Special Education Associate to join our team at the Ames Community School District. As a Special Education Associate, you will play a vital role in supporting the education of students with special needs, working closely with teachers and administrators to create a positive and inclusive learning environment.

Key Responsibilities
  • Assist students in interpreting and following teacher directions
  • Support students with classroom assignments during independent work time and/or workstations
  • Work with individual students or groups of students to reinforce learning of material or skills prepared by the teacher
  • Accompany and assist students in integrated classes, recess, and lunch
  • Assist classroom teachers with collection and preparation of materials needed for lessons
  • Assist the teacher with student record keeping/daily documentation
  • Supervise and enforce building/individual discipline procedures in all educational settings both in and out of school according to the supervisor's directions
  • Assist with medical, health, and/or behavior-related needs of students as instructed by the administrator, teacher, or nurse
  • Administer medication and first aid if identified
  • Assist in all aspects of personal hygiene
  • Correct assignments, data collection and entry; maintain records, copying, and clerical as assigned
  • Participate in professional development as requested by administration
  • Alert the principal or teacher to any problem and special information about an individual student
  • Interact effectively with various constituent groups including but not limited to students, co-workers, parents, staff, and administration
  • Maintain the same high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality of information about students as is expected of licensed teachers
  • Know the District must have regular and dependable employees to meet its mission of educating children, daily attendance and punctuality is required
  • Attend work on a consistent and punctual basis
  • Perform other duties as assigned
Requirements
  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • Basic understanding of the needs of children
  • Ability to relate effectively to children of all ages and with different academic and behavioral needs
  • Patience and compassion and a caring and helpful relationship with children
  • Basic computer skills including but not limited to: word processing using Google Docs or similar tools, internet searching, and email skills
  • Professional communications skills, both written and oral, including active listening skills
  • Ability to physically lift up to 50 lbs.
  • Ability to bend, lift, sit on floor, run short distances, and assist physically active students
  • Emotional maturity and stability necessary for the specialized work involved
  • Initiative and the insight to anticipate problem situations and respond accordingly
  • Ability to take directions, work with minimal supervision, and follow policies and practices
Benefits
  • Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • Paid holidays (9), personal days (2), sick leave (10), and emergency leave (5)
  • IPERS Retirement
Pay Rate

Level 1 or Level 2 Educational Associate: $15.30 per hour. Level 3 Educational Associate: $16.85 per hour.



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