Special Education Aide - Animo Pat Brown Charter High School

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OPPORTUNITY

The Special Education Aide classification is designed to serve students whose instruction is identified and specified in an Individualized Education Plan (IEP) or Section 504 Service Plan (SP). These students have learning, communication, physical, and / or mild to moderate disabilities or other impairments, such as emotional disturbances. Incumbents in this class perform various instructional tasks in such areas as reading, writing, and mathematics. The incumbent will be assigned to work with a small group of special education students in a general education classroom. Green Dot California classified personnel are represented by the nimo Classified Employees Association (ACEA), an affiliate of the California Teachers Association (CTA) and the National Education Association (NEA).

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

The classification specification only describes some duties that might need to be performed. The summary provides examples of typical tasks performed in this classification.

Under immediate supervision, follow the lead of the teacher / specialist in providing instruction and specialized services to the student(s) having an Individualized Education Program (IEP), or Section 504 Service Plan (SP). Specialized services may include : facilitation of communication via assistive technology and / or communication devices, assisting in the supervision, discipline, and behavior modification of student(s), as well as performing related duties as assigned

Discuss classroom learning activities with the teacher / specialist to coordinate instructional efforts and implement instructional programs.

Tutor or drill students, individually or in groups, following lesson plans and designated IEPs or SPs in a variety of academic subjects to explain and / or reinforce learning concepts

Provide assistance to students in operating assistive technology or communication devices, microcomputers, and learning activities associated with computer-assisted instruction.

Administer first aid or necessary physical assistance to ill or distressed students : may administer prescribed medication in accordance with established school procedure, provide toileting support, or hand-over-hand instruction as needed.

Support with student / s supervision during transport from school to home or home to school (bus duties) as assigned before and after school.

May call parents to arrange appointments, to provide approved information about the school or student, may participate in parent conferences or IEP meetings at the direction or concurrence of the teacher / specialist, and / or provide Spanish interpretation when needed for families.

Correct such student work as printing, writing, spelling, punctuation, arithmetic exercises, etc., of classroom and / or homework assignments, computer, record scores, and return to students

Operate a variety of office machines and / or instructional equipment such as copy machines, typewriters, computers, laminators, telephones, video cassette recorders, etc.

Perform a variety of classroom-associated clerical work, such as typing, sorting, filing, keeping accurate records, setting up and maintaining file folders, recording attendance, completing forms and applications, collecting monies, measuring, cutting, and duplicating

Prepare various teaching aids and materials such as charts, graphs, and other related items using such methods as typing, duplicating, collating, stapling, and other laminating

Assist in organizing classroom activities such as displaying educational materials, preparing bulletin boards, arranging furniture to facilitate instructional needs, and creating an orderly and clean classroom environment

Observe and report significant student behavior, behavioral patterns, and / or problems to the teacher / specialist. Implement behavior management programs for student(s) as designated by certificated staff

Understand and carry out oral and written instruction

Learn to tutor students in various subject matters and to work with students with and / or without disabilities

Adapt educational materials / manipulatives to promote the specialized learning process for students with disabilities

Work with children / adolescents having mild to moderate learning and / or physical disabilities

Motivate and encourage positive learning patterns and behavior in students with disabilities and special learning needs

Assist with the discipline of students following school policy

Keep accurate records

Demonstrate understanding and patience toward students with disabilities

Demonstrate confidence, tact, and sound judgment

Demonstrate adaptability to changing circumstances and priorities within the learning environment

Demonstrate a willingness to work collaboratively as an educational team member

Other Duties as assigned

Physical Requirements :

Significant standing; some walking, moving, climbing, carrying, bending, kneeling, crawling, reaching, handling, pushing, and pulling.

QUALIFICATIONS

Consistent with the Student Success Act and other related legislation, candidates for this classification must meet the following standards :

Possess a bachelor's degree OR

Pass a local assessment of knowledge and skills assisting in instruction (e.g., CBEST) AND one of the following :

• Have a high school diploma (or equivalent) AND have completed at least two years of college (48 units) OR
• Attainment of an AA degree

In addition, as an ideal candidate, you

have at least six months of experience working with adolescents / children in a structured environment

are able to lift 60 lbs.

are dependable, humble, have a sense of humor and a rock-solid commitment to Green Dot's mission and the communities we serve

will need to pass a TB test and background check at time of offer

The information contained herein is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job, nor is it intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to perform the job.

COMPENSATION

The starting hourly rate range for this position is $21.50 - $23.23, based on education. In addition, Green Dot offers one of the most robust and comprehensive benefits packages in the industry (for both you and your dependents) :

PPO, EPO and HMO choices for medical, dental and vision - including a 100% employee-only paid option

Employee Assistance Program (100% employer-paid)

Life and AD&D Insurance (100% employer-paid)

Optional Term Life & AD&D Insurance

Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance (100% employer-paid)

Flexible Spending Accounts (health and dependent care)

Wellness programs and resources

Financial planning / coaching access

California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS) participation, with both employee and employer contributions

Optional non-matching 401(k) plan

Hourly rate increase for earning an Associate and / or Bachelor degree (post-hire)

Annual hourly rate increase

Annual 'perfect attendance' bonus

Tuition reimbursement for pre-approved, job-related coursework / workshops

Approved family care and / or medical leave (unpaid)

Green Dot also offers generous paid time off for an overall work-life balance, while giving employees the opportunity to impact a growing, mission-driven organization that is committed to the success of all students :

5 days of personal illness and injury leave during years 1-3 of service (10 days during years 4-6 and 15 days beyond 6 years of service)

21 days of paid time off during our Fall, Winter and Spring breaks (which include the Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's holidays), as well as an additional 6 annual paid holidays (MLK Day, President's Day, Cesar Chavez Day, Memorial Day, Labor Day and Veteran's Day)

3-5 days of paid bereavement leave (if needed)

Only those applicants chosen for an interview will be contacted and we are looking to fill positions as soon as possible.

Green Dot Public Schools has embedded a diversity, equity and inclusion lens in our organizational culture, as well as in our educational and talent practices. We are committed to hiring those who reflect the diversity of our communities, and we recruit, employ, support, compensate and promote employees, without regard to their actual or perceived race, religious creed (including religious dress or grooming practices), color, national origin or ancestry (including native language spoken), physical or mental disability (including HIV or AIDS), medical condition (including cancer or genetic characteristics), genetic information, marital status (including registered domestic partnership status), sex (including pregnancy,

childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), gender (including gender identity and expression), parental status, age (forty (40) and over), sexual orientation, Civil Air Patrol status, military and veteran status, citizenship, immigration status or any other consideration protected by federal, state or local law. Please note that Green Dot Public Schools California is not able to sponsor any applicant for a temporary or permanent U.S employment-based visa, nor hire any applicant currently holding a temporary U.S. employment-based visa.

Animo Pat Brown Charter High School, Los Angeles, CA

Salary : $22 - $23