Substitute Health EA / EA

Substitute Health EA / EA

Summary : The Educational Assistant assists teaching staff in meeting the educational needs of all students.

Essential Job Functions :

Note : Responsibilities will vary depending on the abilities of the student.

1. Assists in the planning and implementation of instruction to individual and / or small groups of students under the supervision of a teacher.

2. Assist in the preparation of classroom and individual student materials for instruction.

3. Provides personal care and assists students in mastering self-help skills such as toileting, diapering, feeding, dressing, etc. when needed.

4. Under the supervision of the special education teacher, reads student IEPs and seeks clarification of contents when needed.

5. Works cooperatively with students, families, staff and administrators to ensure a positive educational environment.

6. Assists in the development and implementation of individual student behavior plans.

7. Promotes acceptance of differences with students, staff and community.

8. Effectively problem solves issues of conflict.

9. May assist in the implementation of community-based and non-school vocational instruction. 10. Performs clerical tasks as necessary.

Other Duties May Include :

1. Performs medical tasks as required according to physician / school protocol including, but not limited to, administering medication, administering oxygen, tube feeding, catheterization and suctioning.

2. Performs clerical tasks, which include, but are not limited to, typing, copying, preparing and displaying instructional materials.

3. Assists students in activities including, but not limited to, classrooms, study hall, field trips, swimming instruction, lunchroom, playground, homebound instruction, community job site and bus duty.

4. Assists students with getting on and off transportation vehicles. This may include supervising students en route. Supervision may extend beyond the school day.

5. Assists students with the use of technology under the supervision of a teacher.

6. Participates in required staff development.

7. Serves as a resource person to the multidisciplinary team and participates in IEP reviews of students when requested.

Education and / or Experience :

1. High School Diploma or Equivalency required. Completion of 2 years of study at an institution of higher education or an associate degree preferred.

2. Eligible for the special education paraprofessional license through the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction and able to submit the application for licensure within 10 days of start date. 3. Must have or obtain upon employment, first aid and CPR certification.

4. Must have a willingness to work with all students.

5. Effective written and oral communication skills in order to work effectively with parents, students, and staff.

6. General knowledge of computer applications in the classroom is preferred.

Physical Requirements : The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; reach with hands and arms. The position requires some periods of standing. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

Constant (66%-100%) bending, pushing, pulling, lifting, squatting, reaching, and walking in order to perform essential functions.

Lifting : 0-30 pounds constantly (66-100%) 30-40 pounds frequently (34-66%) Over 40 pounds occasionally (1-33%)

Environment : This job primarily operates in a professional indoor environment but may also include some outdoor responsibilities.

Other Duties : Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contains a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable 2 accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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