What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assessment Assistant position at Butler County Educational Service Centre?
Employment Opportunity
Butler County Educational Service Center
January 22, 2025
POSITION: Assessment Assistant
STARTING DATE: As Soon As Possible
SALARY: Based upon the approved Govering Board Salary Schedule
WORK YEAR: Part Time
DEADLINE: Until Filled
APPLY TO: Apply by clicking here
BENEFITS: Employees are eligible for some or all of the following benefits based on their position.
Medical/Dental/Vision – no waiting period. Benefits
Paid sick time
Summers off – for all school-based employees
Non-Contract days
Group Life Insurance
Savings plans – American Fidelity
Employee Assistance Program - Anthem EAP
Public Service Loan Forgiveness - Public Service Loan Forgiveness
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
The Assessment Assistant is a valuable member of the school's special education and student support team. The primary objective is to assist in ensuring the well-being and academic success of students by facilitating the assessment, intervention, and monitoring of their emotional, social, and psychological needs. Working under the supervision of licensed school psychologists, the assistant provides essential administrative, clerical, and direct support services to enhance the overall functioning of the school psychology department.
QUALIFICATIONS:
A bachelor's degree in psychology, education, or a related field; a Master’s degree is preferred.
ODE licensure as a teacher, intervention specialist, guidance counselor or as appropriate to position
Knowledge of the Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) framework.
Willingness/ability to work as a team member.
Good organizational skills.
History of good job attendance.
Demonstrate computer usage skills (with emphasis on database management)
Demonstrate excellent written and verbal skills
Good public relations skills
Outstanding organizational and time management skills
Capable of working with minimal supervision
Must pass criminal background checks, be free from communicable disease
Understanding of confidentiality and ethical standards in dealing with sensitive student information.
Ability to assist in implementing behavior management strategies and interventions.
Patience, empathy, and compassion in dealing with students' emotional and behavioral challenges.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Salary and work year as established by the Governing Board. The employee shall remain free of any alcohol or non - prescribed controlled substance use in the workplace throughout his/her employment in the District.
EVALUATION:
Performance of this position will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board’s policy on Evaluation of Support Personnel.
The Butler County Educational Service Center is an equal opportunity employer. Applications will be accepted without regard to age, race, handicap, color, sex or national origin. The regulations of Title VI, VII (Civil Rights Acts of 1984), Equal Pay act of 1963, Americans With Disabilities Act, Title IX, and the Drug free Schools and Communities Act of 1989 are followed. (If you need an accommodation to interview, contact Human Resources by the deadline.
