24/25 Crisis Assistant 100% 10 month 232059

TITLE: Crisis Teacher Assistant                                                              

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

QUALIFICATIONS:  High school graduate or equivalent. Minimum of 48 semester hours or associate’s degree in any discipline. Working knowledge of effective methods of dealing with children.  Ability to solve minor problems and follow detailed written and oral instructions.

REPORTS TO: Executive Director Exceptional Children, Director and Behavior Support Specialist

JOB GOAL:  To support the student with significant behaviors within the classroom and in collaboration with the teacher in      the teaching-the learning process for students.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Gives student instruction as prescribed by the teacher; provides individualized instruction.

Develops relationships with students, parents, and the school to address behavior.

Demonstrates various instructional activities to address the behavior.

Implements the Behavior Intervention Plans to support student learning in the classroom.

Reports student progress to the teacher.

Display strong interpersonal skills, communication skills, and problem-solving skills while working independently.

Promotes student self-esteem; teaches citizenship, social skills, and respect for others.

Reconciles minor student conflicts.

Participates in the development of discipline and implements strategies for at-risk young to be

successful in the classroom.

Disciplines misbehavior through approved methods.

Knowledge of Mental Health Services and diagnoses.

Reports discipline problems to teacher or principal.

Reports significant change or lack of change in student behavior.

Knowledge of Microsoft Office (word processing, spreadsheet, and database) for effective

documentation of data.

Serves as a team player and role model for other employees in the organization; demonstrates a commitment to continuous quality improvement; supports and exhibits organizational core values of caring, respect, integrity, responsibility, high expectations, being customer-driven, and valuing diversity.

Performs other duties and accepts responsibilities as assigned.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must be able to communicate orally and in writing with parents, staff, and community leaders.

Must have finger dexterity and be able to physically perform the basic life operational functions of kneeling, sitting, walking, stooping, reaching, lifting, pushing, pulling, talking, seeing, hearing, and repetitive motion.

Salary : $2,438