Education Assistant - Community Trainer

Revised May 2013

Reports to building principal and Assistant principal

Receives Guidance from Secondary Special Services Supervisor and Director, Special Education Teacher, Special Education Department Chair

Education Level

Two years successful post high school education.

Experience Desired

Two years commensurate experience with students with disabilities with at least one year of experience in a position requiring interpersonal interaction skills and knowledge of programming for students with disabilities.

Physical Requirements

This position requires constant hand-eye, mind-eye coordination, hearing, intermittent grasping, keyboarding, speaking, and writing. Frequent filing, sitting, standing and walking are also required. The ability to drive a car is required.

Other Requirements

Valid drivers license and ability to use personal vehicle for work. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Skills in human relations and development of student-client programs. Flexible hours including weekends. Demonstrated computer proficiency with experience in word processing, databases, and spreadsheets. Confirmed ability to work as a team member and demonstrated organizational skills required.

Essential Functions & Duties

1. Carries out programming as indicated on the Individual Education Plan including entering and monitoring transition goals/objectives.
2. Follows behavior management programs under the direction of teachers.
3. Routes and disseminates information about student work tasks to case managers and job developers.
4. Works cooperatively with professional staff.
5. Monitors student progress through reports/journals.
6. Provides physical assistance to students with special daily living needs.
7. Assists in facilitating classroom activities as directed by teachers.
8. Takes part in district and building in-service opportunities.
9. Provides training and assists students in accessing transportation.
10. Works cooperatively with community personnel to maximize the opportunity for student success in learning work skills.
11. Demonstrates and maintains clear, accurate communication of student performance with students, staff, administrators, and employers.
12. Maintains Project Skills folders and vocational checklists as requested.
13. Supports and reinforces employer expectations regarding dress codes and supervision as required on the job site.
14. Understands the importance of employer standards and maintains the integrity of the job site.
15. Maintains professional standards as a representative of the school district.
16. Supports and maintains assistive technology and equipment needs of students.
17. Maintain the confidentiality of students and their families.
18. Performs other duties as assigned by supervisors.

Working Conditions

Climatic Environment - Inside

Climate controlled environment with some temperature variations. Typically, work is conducted in a comfortable environment.

Hazards

May experience exposure to chalk dust, smoke, allergens and odors specific to community job sites, and communicable diseases. Travel between job sites may cause exposure to hazardous weather conditions