Teacher Aide (Clinic)

MASSILLON CITY SCHOOLS

EXTERNAL JOB POSTING

"We are an Equal Opportunity Employer"

Position: Teacher Aide - Clinic

Classification: Classified

Building: Massillon Intermediate & Junior High School

Hours: Monday - Friday (8:00 am - 3:30 pm; 7 hours paid, ½ hour unpaid lunch) hours may vary

Salary: $23.01 / HR

Reports to: Director of Student Services, Building Principal/Designee

Deadline: Until filled

JOB DESCRIPTION

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Health Care Support
• Assist the school nurse in providing care to students who become ill or injured during the school day.
• Administer basic first aid and emergency care as needed, following established protocols.
• Assist in the management of chronic health conditions (e.g., asthma, diabetes) under the
• guidance of the school nurse.
• Monitor students for symptoms of illness and communicate concerns to the school nurse.

Record Keeping

• Maintain accurate and confidential student health records in compliance with Ohio state
• regulations.
• Document student visits to the health office, including symptoms, actions taken, and outcomes.
• Assist with the collection and organization of student health forms, immunization records, and
• other required documentation.

Health Screenings and Programs

• Support the school nurse in conducting routine health screenings (e.g., vision, hearing, scoliosis) and document results.
• Assist in implementing health programs and activities, such as flu shot clinics or health

education initiatives.

Communication

• Communicate with parents, guardians, and school staff regarding student health concerns as directed by the school nurse.
• Participate in team meetings and collaborate with school staff to promote student health and well-being.

Administrative Support

• Ensure that the school clinic is clean, organized, and fully stocked with necessary supplies.
• Promote good public relations by personal appearance, attitude and conversation

Compliance and Safety

• Adhere to all federal, state, and local regulations related to school health services, including Ohio Department of Health guidelines.
• Participate in regular training sessions and continuing education to stay current on health and safety best practices
• Interact in a positive manner with staff, students and parents
• Attend meetings and in-services as required

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Serve as a role model for students in how to conduct themselves as citizens and as responsible, intelligent human beings
• By example, instill in students the belief in and practice of ethical principles and democratic values
• Assist in the school office as needed
• Assist with special school projects
• Chaperone field trips
• Make school related telephone calls for teacher/school nurse
• Perform correspondence, including reports, student records, and such other correspondence as may be required
• Supervise general housekeeping duties
• Respond to routine questions and request in an appropriate manner
• Perform other duties as assigned by the teacher, office staff or Principa
• QUALIFICATIONS:
• High school diploma or General Education Diploma (GED) - proof required; certification as a Medical Assistant, Certified Nursing Assistant, or related field is preferred.
• Two years of higher education; associate's degree or higher; or passing score on State Parapro Assessment
• Must hold a valid Ohio Teacher's Aide Certificate
• Must successfully complete drug administration program
• Must successfully complete CPR certification
• Must successfully complete First Aid certification
• Must successfully complete Basic Life Support (BLS) training course

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to work effectively with others
• Ability to communicate ideas and directives clearly and effectively both orally and in writing
• Effective, active listening skills
• Organizational and problem solving skills
• Ability to be flexible and adaptable to changing situations
• Student management skills

EQUIPMENT OPERATED:

• Medical equipment

• Computer

• Copy machine

• Printer

• Telephone

• Fax machine

• Calculator

• Typewriter

• ADDITIONAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Exposure to blood, bodily fluids and tissue

• Operation of a vehicle under inclement weather conditions, ie., being prepared to come to school on all scheduled workdays, except calamity days

• Interaction among unruly children

• Requirement to travel

• Regular requirement to sit, stand, walk, talk, hear, see, read, speak, reach stretch with hands and arms, crouch, climb, kneel and stoop

• Occasional carrying/lifting paper and other classroom supplies up to a maximum of 50 pounds.

The job description is subject to change and in no manner states or implies that these are the only duties and responsibilities to be performed by the incumbent. The incumbent will be required to follow the instructions and perform the duties required by the incumbent's supervisor, appointing authority.