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NEOGOV · 1 month ago

Educational Assistant - Special Education - Howard Elementary

Eugene, OR

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

$22.50/hr - $28.65/hr

NEOGOV is seeking an Educational Assistant at Howard Elementary. The role involves assisting the teacher in planning and implementing educational programs for students with developmental or learning disabilities, while also performing clerical tasks and monitoring student progress.

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Responsibilities

Assist the teacher in planning and implementing educational and behavioral management programs and in providing services that enable students with developmental or other learning disabilities an additional opportunity to benefit from education

Perform a variety of clerical tasks in support of and preparation for the educational process as well as duties of instructional assistance to the teacher using standardized lessons prepared with sample responses, or lessons prepared by teacher, or lessons prepared by assistant and approved by teacher

Monitor student progress and mastery of social and academic skills by means of periodic testing and evaluation

Confer with teacher and assist in preparation of lessons appropriate to level of instruction; directly instruct students, review coverage and comprehension of subject matter and administer tests

Collect, sort and correct lessons and tests; record grades in ledger; compute weekly, monthly and term grades

Redistribute lessons and review with students; file as necessary

Monitor and supervise students engaged in activities initiated by the teacher

Record student progress and behavior on IEP (Individual Education Program) or other reports; document areas in need of emphasis or reiteration

Tutor on a one-to-one or small group basis as necessary

Compose and format homework assignments, charts, posters, memos, newsletters and other items as requested by the teacher

Maintain filing system for these materials

Update bulletin board with displays pertinent to curriculum or student interest

Prepare classroom materials using current office technology and equipment (e.g., computer systems, fax, copiers, etc.) and production equipment (e.g., thermofax, punching and binding machine, laminator)

Supervise students in the Resource Room, classroom or hallways as assigned; insure that an orderly atmosphere is preserved; control aggressive behavior, settle disputes and otherwise encourage cooperative, safe and well-mannered activity

Assist in guiding children to develop proper emotional control and discernment in judging and reacting to social situations

Instruct in proper dress, grooming and health habits

Orient substitute teachers as to class curriculum and location of teaching materials

Arrange parent-teacher conferences; consult with other student instructors when a difficulty involving a specific child arises

May budget expenditures for periodicals, textbooks and other supplies; inventory stock, complete purchase orders for additional materials, stock shelves upon arrival and otherwise maintain an inventory of supplies

May supervise students in preparation for physical education and monitor activities so that safety precautions are upheld and unruly behavior does not transpire

May assist students to board and exit the school bus safely

Maintains regular and prompt attendance

Performs other related duties as assigned

Qualification

Highly Qualified statusInstructional techniquesBehavior managementClerical skillsBilingual proficiencyComputer skillsDependabilityPatienceAdaptabilityCommunication skills

Required

Completion of at least two years of post-secondary study consisting of 72 credit hours, 48 semester units (attach transcript); OR

Obtaining an associates or higher degree (attach diploma); OR

Meeting a rigorous standard of quality and demonstrating, through a formal state or local academic assessment, knowledge of and the ability to assist in instructing reading, writing and mathematics (attach test scores)

Previous training, education, or experience in instructional techniques and behavior management and modification methods

Previous training in basic clerical skills

Demonstrated ability to type

An ability to work with or lead students in group or individual instructional activities

Knowledge of grammar, math, language arts, social sciences, health, penmanship and reading principles

Ability to adapt standard educational curriculum to the specialized needs of students with learning disabilities

Ability to present instructional material in a clear, sequenced manner while sensitive to the needs of students and to adjust material according to their ability to comprehend

Ability to respond to specialized health care requirements

Ability to observe, interpret and record data involving the academic record and behavior of students

Ability to type, prepare classroom materials or artwork, operate current office technology and equipment (e.g., computer systems, fax, copiers, etc.), or perform other clerical duties

Ability to use or learn to use computers and appropriate computer software

Ability to work independently and work harmoniously with other teachers and assistants

Dependability, adaptability, patience, consistency, high level of communication skills, with resourcefulness are helpful, as is ability to deal with stress of working closely with disabled students

Ability to assess situations and act swiftly and appropriately and with sound judgment for the safety and well-being of students and teacher

Experience differentiating practices for diverse populations

Ability to work effectively and collaboratively with diverse students, staff and community populations