Communicates with teachers as may be required to assist in evaluating progress and/or implement IEP objectives (where applicable)Discusses assigned duties with classroom teachers to coordinate instructional effortsDresses children and changes diapers, as necessaryEmploys and implements de-escalation/restraint strategiesEmploys special education strategies or techniques during instruction to improve the development of sensory and perceptual-motor skills, language, cognition, or memory as directed by supervising teacherFollows all board policies, school system rules and administrative regulationsFosters cooperative social behavior through activities and group projects to assist students in forming satisfying relationships with other students and adultsImplements IEPs that focus on improving areas of skill deficitsImplements self-care programs, including providing direct assistance to students (e.g., toileting, positioning, lifting feeding, etc.) as needed and under the direction of the supervising teacherImplements, under the supervision of assigned teacher, instructional programs and lesson plansInstructs and monitors students in the use and care of equipment and materials to prevent injuries and damageMaintains a high level of personal integrity and a strong work ethicMaintains classroom equipment, work areas, and manual and electronic files and records to ensure the availability of items, provide written reference; and provide a safe learning environmentMay be required to ride school bus with students to monitor health and safety needs of students, provide medical care of students as needed, monitor the conduct of students, maintain discipline and safety, prevent altercations between students and damage to the bus. teachers, students, parents, administrators, boosters, etc.)Responds to emergency situations and safety concerns as necessary and direct to appropriate personnel for resolutionSupports implementation of a classroom management/discipline and individual student discipline plan ensuring safety at all timesSupports implementation of and continuously monitors behavioral intervention plans as relates to student needsUtilizes positive behavioral supports as appropriateUtilizes special education teaching tools, techniques, and equipment as directed by the supervising teacherWorks directly with students within general education and special education classrooms providing special assistance and/or instructionMaintains confidentiality and adhere to FERPA, HIPAA (if applicable), and district policiesPerforms other duties as assignedCapacity and Ability Requirements:The usual job demands require the following physical requirements: speaking, some lifting (up to 50 lbs.), carrying, pushing, and/or pulling, some stooping, kneeling, and physical dexterity.