Additional Education Assistant (Special Education)

Additional Education Assistant Under regular supervision, performs specialized work by assisting teachers in instructing and directing the activities of students to provide a well-organized, smoothly functioning classroom environment. Assists with the routine care of students as necessary. Reports to the principal. Assists students with exercises and the preparation of materials for class activities; concentrates efforts with small groups of students and individuals as necessary. Reinforces all knowledge and skills taught by the classroom teacher. Assists teacher by administering and grading tests, recording grades, substituting as needed, escorting children to other areas of the school, and monitoring student behavior. Creates bulletin board displays in the classroom or department. Assists in maintaining student records and files, including performing computer data entry. Prepares transparencies, charts, graphs and duplicated materials for classroom use; operates and cares for audio-visual equipment. Assists in cleaning and storing of materials after completion of activities. Supervises students when unloading and loading buses, in the halls, on field trips, during lunch and on school grounds. Participates in staff development programs as required. Interacts and communicates with various groups and individuals such as the immediate supervisor, teachers, students, parents, co-workers, school administrators, and other school/District personnel. Complies with all federal laws, state statutes, Board policies, administrative rules, and directives. Minimum Education and Training Requires a minimum of 60 college hours from an accredited college or university or a passing score of 456 or above on the Praxis ParaPro Assessment, supplemented by two years of consistent training and experience working with children in an education-oriented institution, providing the required knowledge, skills and abilities. May require specialized training in conflict resolution and behavior modification.