What are the responsibilities and job description for the Special Education Assistant [25-26 SY] position at BASIS ED?
BASIS San Antonio Metro area is seeking qualified candidates for a Special Education Assistant to join our bright, passionate team!
WE ARE NATIONALLY RANKED
BASIS Curriculum Schools have been consistently ranked among the best schools in the United States. It is a reflection of the quality of the BASIS Curriculum, dedication of our expert educators, and hard work of incredible students. Our schools offer students an education that prepares them according to the highest, most rigorous international standards.
The top five high schools in the United States are BASIS Curriculum Schools, as are six of the nations top eight, and seven of Americas top fourteen, according to U.S. News & World Reports annual rankings.
The BASIS Ed academic program is consistently ranked among the top 10 programs nationally and is competitive on an international scale.
BASIS Ed School teams offer an incredible opportunity to be deeply involved in an academic community that is dynamic, exciting and unpredictable. Youll join others in a highly social, supportive and collaborative environment.
BASIS Ed is seeking a Special Education Assistant whose primary responsibility will be to oversee the entire special education program at a school site. The academic program is consistently ranked among the top 10 programs nationally and is competitive on an international scale. The mission of BASIS Ed Schools is to provide an academically excellent and rigorous liberal arts college preparatory education to all Lower and Upper School students. It is imperative that our Special Education Specialists share our vision of improving the state of education in our country.
POSITION SUMMARY
The role of the Special Education Assistant (SPED Assistant) is to assist in all aspects of the Special Education Program at the schools site. Special Education Assistants help maintain communication with the ESS Coordinator and/or SPED teacher and general education teachers. The SPED Assistant will provide paraprofessional support for individual student(s) or small groups with a variety of exceptionalities such as autism, developmental delay, intellectual disability, specific learning disability, emotional disability, etc.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Work with students with disabilities in general education, small group setting, or 1:1 setting
- Reinforce positive behavior expectations
- Maintain confidentiality of student records and progress information
- Assist the ESS Coordinator/SPED Teacher with preparation of resource materials for individual students/small groups
- Provide progress reporting information to ESS Coordinator/SPED Teacher
- Help the ESS Coordinator/SPED Teacher in all aspects of implementing individualized education programs Plans (IEP)
- Reinforce and reteach concepts introduced by the special education teachers
- Support the ESS Coordinator/SPED Teacher by performing administrative and clerical tasks
- Maintain regular, full, predictable attendance
- Potential site designee to provide CPI or TACT-2 (verbal de-escalation and/or physical restraint)
- Other duties as assigned
Reasonable Accommodations Statement
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
Required
Education: High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and work experience
Certifications and Credentials: Valid Fingerprint Clearance
Experience: None
Computer Skills: Microsoft Office Suite
Preferred
Education: Bachelors Degree
Certifications and Credentials: Passing score on applicable paraprofessional exam, CPI or TACT-2
Experience: 1 years with related special education job duties
Computer Skills: None
SKILLS & ABILITIES
Competencies
- Accountable- Take responsibility for own work, establish trust, and be receptive to feedback
- Communication- Effectively convey information both verbally and in writing; communicate in a manner that is clear, complete, and concise
- Conflict Resolution- Deescalate high emotion situations; find common ground between
conflicting viewpoints; demonstrate patience and flexibility - Detail Oriented- Pay attention to the minute details of a project or task
- Judgment- Formulate a sound decision using the available information; effectively analyze data
to improve student achievement - Organized- Develop and maintain order while documenting, filing, and coordinating tasks
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
General Demands
Lift/Carry
Stand
F (Frequently)
Walk
F (Frequently)
Sit
C (Constantly)
Reach Outward
C (Constantly)
Reach Above Shoulder
O (Occasionally)
Climb
N (Not Applicable)
Crawl
O (Occasionally)
Squat or Kneel
O (Occasionally)
Bend
O (Occasionally)
10 lbs or less
O (Occasionally)
11-20 lbs
O (Occasionally)
21-50 lbs
O (Occasionally)
51-100 lbs
N (Not Applicable)
Over 100 lbs
N (Not Applicable)
Push/Pull
12 lbs or less
O (Occasionally)
13-25 lbs
O (Occasionally)
26-40 lbs
O (Occasionally)
41-100 lbs
N (Not Applicable)
C (Constantly) Occupation requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5 hrs/day)
F (Frequently) Occupation requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5 hrs/day)
O (Occasionally) Occupation requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5 hrs/day)
N (Not Applicable) Activity is not applicable to this occupation.
*Additional Job Information:
Benefits and Salary: Starting salary for this position is negotiable dependent on education and experience. BASIS Ed offers a comprehensive benefits package.
Notice of Non-Discrimination: In accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the Boy Scouts of America Equal Access Act and applicable state law, BASIS* does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, gender identity or expression, or any other classification protected by law in any of its business activities, including its educational programs and activities which comply fully with the requirements of state and federal law and Title IX. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding BASIS non-discrimination policies: Beverly Traver, Compliance and Equity Investigator, BASIS Educational Group, LLC., 7975 N. Hayden Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85258, (480) 289-2088.
*As used in this policy, the term "BASIS" refers to: BASIS Educational Group, LLC, BASIS Charter Schools, Inc., BTX Schools, Inc., BDC, A Public School, Inc., BBR Schools, Inc., and all affiliated entities.
Note: The Company has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability
to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. This document does not represent a contract of employment, and the Company reserves the right to change this job description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform, as the Company may deem appropriate.
