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Vinton-Shellsburg Community School District

Job Description: Teacher Associate  (General Education)

REPORTS TO:             Primary:  Building Principal     

Secondary: Supervising Certified Teacher

FLSA STATUS:            Non-Exempt - Hourly

STATUS:                       Full Time

DATE REVISED:        May 10, 2016

BASIC FUNCTIONS:    

Assist the general and special education teachers in implementing a safe, productive and well-organized education program for the benefit of all students. 

JOB SPECIFICATIONS/QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma, G.E.D. or equivalent required.
• Two-year Associate Degree, or 60 College Semester Credits, or Passing Score on Iowa Paraprofessional Assessment, or Demonstrate Iowa Paraprofessional Core Competencies preferred.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.
• Effective technology skills required for the position.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to operate required equipment and in a safe and productive manner.
• Successful experience working with school-aged children preferred.
• Preschool Associates - required to maintain Level II Paraeducator License with Early Childhood Endorsement

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:  

• 180-Day Contract.
• The VSCSD Board of Directors establishes hourly wage & work year.

EVALUATION: The Building Principal evaluates the performance of this job.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Adhere to applicable state and federal laws, rules and regulations, board policies and administrative rules.
2. Demonstrate organization and professionalism in fulfilling the responsibilities of the position.
3. Maintain a "service orientation" and treat all students, parents, staff, and visitors with professional courtesy.
4. Demonstrate a positive attitude toward school, students and job while communicating the same to the community.
5. Attend seminars and trainings as needed to stay current with state and federal regulations and requirements.
6. Dress appropriately for the position and work required.
7. Accept constructive criticism and suggestions while seeking to improve each performance responsibility.
8. Maintain professionalism related to confidentiality of student records and the school operation.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 

1. Provide support for students in general education classroom setting (e.g. clarify directions, model, redirect attention, modify and adapt assignments per teacher direction)
2. Follow instructional plan developed by the general and/or special education teacher.
3. Reinforce previously taught skills and monitor independent work completion.
4. Assist with recess and general supervision.
5. Assist individual students as needed with arrival and departure from school, and in transitions throughout the school day.
6. When necessary, follow individual student care plans with regard to such needs as eating, dressing, toileting and hygiene.
7. Assist all students to develop independence in problem solving, making choices and task completion by allowing the child to function with as little intervention as possible.
8. Observe and record information regarding student performance, behaviors and learning styles.
9. When necessary, assist with and/or implement behavioral management and intervention plans.
10. Assist with monitoring and supervision to assure physical safety of all students.
11. When necessary, assist teacher to safely lift and transfer students.
12. When necessary, follow teacher instructions regarding the use of walkers, wheelchairs, standers, assistive technology equipment and safety restraints.
13. When appropriate, participate in IEP team and/or other planning meetings.
14. Demonstrate a commitment to pursue professional growth and development opportunities.
15. Report concerns, comments, questions and observations to immediate supervisor.
16. Provide clerical support as needed.
17. This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive, and employee will also perform other reasonable related business duties as assigned by immediate supervisor and other management as required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

1. Able to communicate effectively via a telephone and email in a clear, precise manner.
2. Able to write and record reports utilizing basic computer functions.
3. Able to climb stairs or stand and walk for extended periods of time.
4. Able to sit, reach, carry, push, bend body at waist, bend both knees, twist, and stoop while handling items.
5. Able to read and interpret policies, procedures and employee handbook.
6. Occasionally lift up to 25 pounds using proper lifting techniques.
7. Ability to utilize specialized equipment for lifting, standing or transporting students with special needs.
8. Able to work outdoors for periods of time to perform functions such as Bus Duty and Recess Supervision.
9. Able to hear and speak in order to communicate with students, parents, co-workers, and supervisors.
10. Occasionally operate office equipment such as copiers, lamination machine, and binding equipment. 

WORKING CONDITIONS:

1. 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.
2. May be required to ride a school bus or drive school vehicles to carry out responsibilities of the position.
3. Able to work outdoors for periods of time to perform functions such as Bus Duty and Recess Supervision.
4. May be required to work additional hours as required for special events or during certain times of the year.

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.