General Education Associate - TE

Work one on one with student to insure integration and opportunity to succeed in the educational setting.

Provide support for student in general education and special education classroom setting (e.g. clarify directions, model, redirect attention, modify and adapt assignments per teacher direction)

Follow instructional plan developed by the special education teacher.

Reinforce previously taught skills and monitor independent work completion.

Supervise student while in common areas.

Assist student with arrival and departure from school, and in transitions throughout the school day.

Follow individual student care plan with regard to such needs as eating, dressing, toileting and hygiene.

Assist student to gain independence in problem solving, making choices, and task completion by allowing the student to function independently as often as possible.

Observe and record information regarding student performance, behavior, and learning style.

Assist with and implement behavioral management and intervention plans.

Assist with monitoring and supervision to assure physical safety of all students.

Assist teacher to safely lift and transfer student.

Follow teacher instructions regarding the use of walkers, wheelchairs, standers, assistive technology equipment, and safety restraints.

When appropriate, participate in IEP team and other planning meetings.

Demonstrate a commitment to pursue professional growth and development opportunities.

Report concerns, comments, questions and observations to immediate supervisor.

Primary work setting is the Assigned Attendance Center but duties at times may require working within various attendance centers in the district or accompanying students to special events such as work experience or field trips.

May be required to ride a school bus or drive school vehicles to carry out responsibilities of the position.

Able to work outdoors for periods of time to perform functions such as Bus Duty and Recess Supervision.

May be required to work additional hours as required for special events or during certain times of the year.

Primary focus is work with one on one student when in attendance.

The statements contained herein describe the scope of the responsibility and essential functions of this position, but should not be considered to be an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time unless restricted by a negotiated contract.