SPED Educational Assistant

Position Type: Support Staff/Special Education Assistant Location: La Academia Dolores Huerta Date Available: Upon Hire Summary/Qualifications/Responsibilities: • This position requires that the Educational Assistant works with students who have an IEP. • Services may be in General Education or Special Education classrooms. • Assuring that modifications are being followed as per IEP is a requirement. General Job Description: Assists the teacher in both General & Special Education classroom with daily classroom instructional and non -instructional activities. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: o Assists in small group pupil instruction; tutor pupils at teacher's request; o Assists teacher in maintaining discipline and other functions. o Follows through with prescribed behavioral management programs. o Assists in assembling/hanging materials on bulletin boards and keeping displays current. Operates standard school equipment such as laminator, copier, audiovisual, etc. o May escort children to and from various rooms. o Assists in physical therapy functions. o Sanitizes classroom and equipment using approved materials. o Performs supervisory duties on school grounds as assigned. o Performs additional duties as assigned by teacher or principal. o Complete other tasks as deemed appropriate by the immediate supervisor and/or the superintendent. Additional Duties and Responsibilities: o Communicate accurate and up to date information to students in a way that enhances student learning. o Manage time appropriately. o Cooperate with administration, parents, and co -workers. o Take precautions to protect equipment, materials, and facilities. o Complete duties (hall, bus, etc.) as assigned. o Maintain student involvement in appropriate tasks. o Use and apply appropriate conflict resolution skills. o Demonstrate public relations skills. o Use appropriate techniques, strategies, and materials to achieve the desired instructional goal. o Report suspected child abuse and neglect. o Be responsible for students on field trips. o Act as a good role model within the context of the school. Qualifications: o High school diploma. o A valid New Mexico Educational Assistant license. o Experience working with exceptional populations, preferred. o Must be able to pass employment verification. o Bilingual Preferred (Spanish/English) Physical Requirements: Sitting, standing, lifting, and carrying (up to 50 pounds), reaching, climbing, squatting, kneeling, and moving light furniture may be required. o All BPS Positions are Subject to Funding