Assistant Teacher (Floating) - Preschool Special Education @ Early Learning Center
Assistant Teacher (Floating) - Preschool Special Education @ Early Learning Center
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TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT
Special Education Floating Assistant Teacher
Preschool Program atEarly Learning Center
6.25 hrs per day/171 days per year
Shift time: Monday 12:003:15 TuesdayFriday 8:003:30
Shift time is subject to building needs.
Assistant Teacher Summary: Performs specialized duties to assist in providing instruction to and supervision of behaviorally challenged students in a variety of instructional and noninstructional programs throughout the district. Will be part of a cadre of assistant teachers who will help in the behavior classroom or be assigned to work one on one or in small groups with behaviorally challenged students in various locations districtwide. Required training will take place this summer and throughout the year to prepare the paraeducators for this position.
QUALIFICATIONS:
All persons serving in the role of MLSD/ECEAP Assistant Teacher must meetoneof the following qualifications:
- High school diploma or GED and a minimum of 72 college quarter credits from a nationally accredited institution or pass ETS test required.
- Initial or higher Washington State Early Childhood Education Certificate (ECE); or
- DCYF equivalent
- Previously qualified as an ECEAP Assistant Teacher in the electronic workforce registry before July 1 2020; or
- AA or BA degree in early child education
If you do not have the minimum college credits for this position you may take theParaeducatorAssessment. Complete thisFORMif youd like to be scheduled for the assessment.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Early Childhood Education and/or experience.
- Experience and/or training in working with children with disabilities.
- Bilingual in English and Spanish language preferred but not required
TRAITS THAT YOU MUST POSSESS:
- Proactive selfstarter. A strong sense of taking initiative moving forward without waiting to be told what to do and how to do it.
- Flexible and can thrive in a fastpaced environment where you may have to wear several hats.
- Possess confidence while being Humble lack excessive ego or concern about status. Willing to share credit emphasize team over self and define success collectively rather than individually.
- Hungry always looking for more. More things to do learn and take responsibility for. Constantly thinking about the next step or opportunity.
- Smart have common sense about people. Good judgment and intuition around the subtleties of group dynamics and the impact of your words and actions
ECEAP & MLSD Requirements for Assistant Teacher:
(*Provided by the MLSD District & ECEAP)
- Establish a Merit Account
- *20 hours of inservice training
- *CPR/First Aid
- Food Handlers Card
- TB Test
- *Mandatory Reporting
- Portable Background Check
- Current MMR Vaccination
DEMONSTRATED ABILITIES:
- Meet performance expectations as outlined in MLSD #161 Classified Employee Performance Evaluation.
- Always punctual. If absences are required inform the supervisor early enough so that the normal workflow is not interrupted.
- Ability to communicate effectively with students staff parents and community in a diverse environment.
- Wellgroomed and has a neat and clean appearance. Dresses appropriately for the job assignment.
- Follows a duty schedule as assigned.
- Promptly and accurately follows specific instructions and performs duties with a positive attitude.
- Works independently and solves problems with minimal supervision.
- Works well with special needs children individually or in small groups to communicate the appropriate learning objectives as outlined in their individualized educational program (IEP) under the supervision of certified staff.
- Builds a positive relationship with special needs students.
- Encourages special needs students to develop positive relationships with their peers.
- Willing to receive Nonviolent Crisis Intervention and Nonviolent Restraint training.
- Effectively intervenes and controls students when they are out of control (e.g. fightingacting out having tantrums etc.) by using the appropriate restraining methods approved by the district.
- Receives training to gain an understanding of specific disabilities and methods ofintervention for behaviorally challenged students.
- Responsibly supervises special needs students throughout the school setting.
- Monitors activities to ensure safety and compliance with school rules.
- Willingness to provide emergency first aid as necessary.
- Applies appropriate discipline according to district procedures and behavior plans.
- To use a positive attitude and work cooperatively with others in a team approach.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Curriculum Planning: Responsibleto support teacher in designing implementing and collaborating with Special Service staff and specialists. Assist with documentation in accordance with ECEAP Performance Standardsand Early Achievers. Collaborate with the teacher in incorporating the use of Creative Curriculum and Teaching Strategies Gold for documenting students development. Collaborate with the implementation of the daily classroom program including music meals group projects free choice time and supervision of students.
- Classroom Preparation: Assists with the preparation and organization of the classroom and classroom materials in accordance with the planned classroom program. Includes: room arrangement centerbased organization and multicultural environment. Assist with maintaining classroom equipment work areas/playground etc for the purpose of ensuring the availability of items providing reliable information and /or ensuring a safe and sanitary environment.
- Parent Interactions: Along with the teacher will encourage and support family involvement in all aspects of the program.
- Guidance: Interacts positively with all children to support their individual learning and meet their emotional needs. Helps instruct children (e.g. nutrition selfcare social motor skills cognitive language skills etc.) for the purpose of optimizing the development of each child. Facilitates small group activities for the purpose of providing classroom activities and routines that support individual/group needs and/or delivering services in compliance with established guidelines.
- FamilyStyle Meal Services: Assists in serving snacks and meals; participates in and facilitates mealtime service and conversation.
- Health/Safety Supervision: Along with the teachers support the para educator has knowledge of all health plans medications. Administers first aid as needed. Be familiar with safety procedures and emergency protocols. Oversee health habits in the classroom i.e. hand washing tooth brushing etc..
- Record Keeping: Assists with completing daily attendance/meal count. Responsible to assist with recordkeeping on individual children and families in accordance with federal and ECEAP Performance Standards. Assist the teacher in observing and assessing childrens development. (ASQ3 ASQSE). Complete written observations of individual children throughout the year. Collaborate with the teacher to develop a learning plan for each child within 90 days of school entry. Maintains complete confidential records on each child. This includes Teaching Strategies Gold IEPs and COS (Child Outcomes Summary).
- Collaboration: Be willing to participate actively and cooperatively with others on the staff in the shared decision making management process.
- Supervision: Monitors classroom students in a variety of educational settings (e.g. classroom playground field trips etc.) for the purpose of providing a safe and positive learning environment.
- Team Player: Contributes to good communication teamwork and mutual support among staff and families. Responsible for keeping informed of ongoing program changes and updates.
- Attendance: Maintains regular attendance; adheres to the MLSD absence protocol to maintain the adultchild ratios.
- OTHER: Perform related duties as assigned.
REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS
- This position reports to the Program Administrator.
- This position is evaluated by an administrator.
MENTAL DEMANDS
- May experience frequent interruptions; may be required to shift tasks and priorities; required to deal with a wide range of student behaviors; required to deal with a wide range of physical and emotional disabilities may occasionally deal with distraught or challenging behaviors.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
- Exposed to student noise levels; required to lift move and position students and equipment; playground supervision and bus loading require working outdoors in inclement weather; required to attend to students hygiene; may be exposed to biting behavior; may need to take precautions to avoid exposure to student bodily fluids and cleaning or disinfecting compounds; required to work in nonroutine positions for extended periods. Required to stand for prolonged periods; may occasionally be exposed to recklessly operated vehicles. Lift and hold children. Lift and move educational materials and equipment up to 40 pounds. Stand stoop kneel bend and work with children on the floor for extended periods of time.
The Moses Lake School District #161 does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex race creed religion color national origin age honorably discharged veteran or military status sexual orientation gender expression or identity disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boys Scouts and other designated youth groups. Inquiries regarding compliance and/or grievance procedures may be directed to the school districts Title IX Civil Rights Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity officer Michelle Musso 1620 S Pioneer Way Moses Lake WA 98837 (509); OR Section 504/ADA Coordinator Samantha Burgess 1620 S Pioneer Way Moses Lake WA 98837
Employment Type
Full-Time
