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TITLE:  STUDENT SERVICES ROVING INCLUSION ASSISTANT Districtwide
WORK SCHEDULE:  10 Months
SALARY CLASSIFICATION: Non-Exempt/Support Staff Salary Schedule Group E
 $16.77
GENERAL STATEMENT OF RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Student Services Roving Inclusion Assistant provides support to students with complex needs across multiple educational sites and environments. Working under the direction of teachers and administrators, the aide will assist in implementing general education/504, medical, and/or behavior intervention plans and ensuring that each student receives the support necessary to thrive academically and socially. The Director/Assistant Director of Student Services in collaboration with site administration will assign the aide to specific school sites. Daily assignments may shift to providing substitute paraprofessional services in the special education division when relevant (non-special education) assignments are not available.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Support Student Learning: Provide one-on-one or small group assistance to students with complex needs in various academic subjects and activities, ensuring comprehension and engagement.
• Implement 504s, Health Plans, and Behavior Plans: Assist in the implementation of noted plans by providing specific interventions as directed; by the instructional team.
• Behavior Management: Support students in developing appropriate behavior and social skills, employing positive reinforcement strategies and de-escalation techniques when necessary.
• Collaborate with Teachers: Work closely with teachers to facilitate the inclusion of students with complex needs in classroom activities and promote their overall academic success.
• Record Keeping: Maintain accurate records of student progress, behavior incidents, and other relevant information, and communicate effectively with the special education team and other stakeholders.
• Flexibility: Ability to travel between multiple educational sites as required, adapting quickly to different environments and student populations.
• Assistive Technology: Familiarity with and ability to operate assistive technology devices and software to support students with diverse learning needs.
• Personal Care: Assist with personal care tasks such as feeding, toileting, and mobility as necessary, always ensuring student safety and dignity.

QUALIFICATIONS
A.  REQUIRED EDUCATION, TRAINING & EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma or equivalent required; Additional coursework or training in special education, child development, or related fields is preferred.
• Associate's degree, 60 hours of college credit, or evidence of passing score on approved paraprofessional exam (must be submitted prior to employment);
• Arizona Fingerprint Clearance (at time of employment)
• American Heart Association Heartsaver CPR, First-Aid/AED certification required prior to employment.
• Valid Arizona driver's license.
• Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Training (within 6 months of employment and provided by SUSD)

B.  PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

•   Ability to assist students with restricted mobility, if necessary.
• Ability to lift more than 50 pounds, if required.
• Ability to attend to student personal care routines, if required.
• Ability to call for assistance and/or emergency 911.
• Ability to physically perform CPR and First Aide.

C.  COMMITMENT & DEPENDABILITY

•  Strong interpersonal skills, patience, and empathy are essential.
• Ability to follow directions, work independently, and maintain confidentiality.
• Willingness to perform as an integral member of a successful educational services support team.
• Dedication and commitment to providing the highest level of service and care.
• Willingness to learn about specialized techniques related to the needs of students with educational
• disabilities.
• Adherence to policies and procedures. 

PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS
A. TIME MANAGEMENT:  Must be able to plan two to twelve weeks in advance;
B. STRESS MANAGEMENT:  Ability to cope with periodic stress and intermittent deadlines and student related
needs.  Ability to maintain a calm, non-defensive, supportive attitude during a crisis or potential crisis.
C. PUBLIC CONTACT:  Interacts primarily with students;  additional contacts include teachers, parents, staff,
administrators, community members, community agency staff.
D. LEVEL OF RESPONSIBILITY:  Must use sound judgment in the performance of duties; maintains
confidential records and information;
EVALUATION PROCEDURE:  In accordance with provisions specified in Governing
Board policy.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED:  Teacher/Case Manager; Site Administrator
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:  None.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE:  Apply Online. 
PUBLIC NOTIFICATION OF NON-DISCRIMINATION: Sahuarita Unified School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, national origin, sexual orientation, age, sex or disability in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in, its educational programs or activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups.