Job Abstract

The classification specification does not describe all duties performed by the incumbent in the class. This summary provides examples of typical tasks performed in this classification.

• Implement positive behavior intervention strategies for students; implement and model identified behavioral techniques including positive behavior interventions and reinforcement strategies as identified by the teacher.
• Observe and assist in emergency situations involving aggressive or uncontrolled behavior of identified students in accordance with approved Crisis Preventative Intervention (CPI) procedures as trained.
• Assists students with performing and developing proper social behavior,
• Attend periodic and special training and in-services related to behavior interventions and the instructional programs as relevant.
• Participate as a member of a team supporting students' progress and behavior intervention plans.
• Tutors individual or small groups of students, reinforcing instruction as directed by the teacher; monitors and oversees student drills, practices, and assignments in various subjects; assists with the implementation of lesson plans.
• Redirects student behavior according to established techniques and procedures; provides positive behavior interventions.
• Other Duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES

• Techniques used in controlling and motivating students.
• Behavior intervention modifications, techniques, strategies, plans, procedures and goals.
• First Aid and CPR procedures.
• Basic record-keeping techniques.
• Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary.
• Problems and concerns of students with emotional disorders, learning disabilities, and behavior disorders.

• Assist with instruction and related activities in a classroom or assigned learning environment.
• Use appropriate student behavior management strategies. Learn teacher-developed behavioral strategies that increase student independence, motivation, and self-esteem.
• Work with students in Special Education that may become combative.
• Effectively assist teachers in responding to students' emergencies.
• Run after and gently, but firmly, restrain students attempting to leave the classroom or school grounds.
• Understand and follow oral and written directions.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Work independently with little direction as needed.
• Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
• Apply basic first aid techniques and practices.
• Maintain confidentiality about all personal information, assessment results, and other records concerning students and their families.
• Use patience and tact in working with students.
• Perform simple and repetitive tasks.
• Maintain consistent, punctual, and regular attendance.

• Any combination equivalent to: graduation from high school and two years experience working with children with special needs.

ENVIRONMENT

• Classroom and school site environment
• Potential for employees in this position to work with students who may demonstrate verbal and aggressive behaviors (scratching, hitting, biting, etc.) due to their specific disabilities.
• Potential exposure or contact with bodily fluids, blood-borne pathogens, and infectious diseases.

• Hearing and speaking to exchange information in person and on the telephone. Seeing to read a variety of materials.
• Physical agility to lift 25 pounds to shoulder height and 40 pounds to waist height; reaching overhead, above the shoulder, and horizontally.
• Lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling heavy equipment and students weighing up to 40 pounds.
• Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate educational training equipment.
• Bending at the waist, kneeling, or crouching to assist students.
• Sitting for extended periods of time.

Persons with certain disabilities may be capable of performing the essential duties of this class with or without reasonable accommodation, depending on the nature of the disability.