Substitute Alternative Education Program Aide

ASSIGNMENT: Community Day School, on-call as needed. Typical assignment is 5.5 hrs. per day; 7:45 a.m. to 2:15 p.m. with a 1-hour lunch (subject to slight variations), Monday thru Friday. MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES: To monitor and assist at-risk and disruptive students and perform a variety of supportive duties and related work as assigned. DEFINITION Under general supervision of the Principal and direct supervision of certificated personnel, monitors and assists at-risk, unmotivated, potentially disruptive, or expelled students placed in alternative education programs, and performs a variety of supportive duties and related work as assigned. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Monitors student instructional activities. • Monitors student behavior in the classroom and on campus before and after school and during breaks and lunchtime. • Applies intervention and prevention strategies and techniques in controlling student behavior. • Assists in stopping student altercations. • Enforces school rules and regulations. • Consults with appropriate personnel regarding the unique needs of at-risk students. • Organizes and monitors recreational activities and assists with P.E. activities. • Monitors student movement throughout the school day to enforce non-contact with regular education students, including before and after school. • Communicates and coordinates with home schools of students on a variety of student issues. • Communicates with parents. • Disseminates and collects classroom materials, supplies, and other learning tools. • Assists with preparations of teaching materials and other learning tools. • Assists with collection and recording of student data including but not limited to attendance, lunch records, cum records, and medical records. • Monitors students during testing periods. • Assists with correcting of student work and recording of test results. • Operates various office equipment. • Performs other duties as required. NECESSARY EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS Knowledge of: • Specific needs and behaviors of at-risk children • Adolescent behavior • Classroom management strategies • Correct English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation • Basic computer operations Ability to: • Supervise activities of students and maintain order • Carry out oral and written directions • Work independently following lesson plans and schedules • Demonstrate sound judgment in dealing with at-risk students • Serve as role model for unmotivated students • Maintain appropriate adult/student relationship • Communicate effectively in oral and written form • Plan, organize, and prioritize work • Maintain cooperative and effective relationships with students, parents and those contacted in the course of work • Learn and interpret rules, regulations and procedures • Maintain records as required • Operate office equipment, including personal computer • Perform routine clerical tasks EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Education: Equivalent to graduation from high school. Must meet the following requirements as defined in the ESEA Act of January 2002 Section 1119: Complete two years of higher education study, OR Hold or Obtain an Associate’s degree OR Pass a formal state or local academic assessment that demonstrates knowledge of and the ability to assist in teaching, reading, writing, and mathematics or reading, writing and mathematics readiness. Experience: One year of successful experience working with at-risk, unmotivated, and potentially disruptive students; school experience desired. Testing: California State Education Code requires High School Proficient Test Certification, or passage of the Proficiency Test administered by Kings County Superintendent of Schools Office by scoring 75% in all areas of the test. In addition qualified candidates must pass Comprehensive Test of Basic Skills (CTBS) at the 12th grade level. WORKING CONDITIONS Environment: Classroom and school environment Physical Abilities: Vision to read and to monitor students; hearing and speaking to exchange information; bending at the waist; walking and standing for extended periods of time; dexterity of hands and fingers to operate assigned equipment; physical ability to effectively intervene in student altercations and guide and direct physical education activities. Adopted: 10/20/99 Revised: 9/15/00 (job title change only) Revised: 05/01/02 Revised: 06/19/02 Hanford Elementary School District is the largest school district in Kings County servicing nearly 6,000 students and employing over 700 personnel. Our District includes eight TK-6 Elementary schools, one K-8 Spanish Dual Immersion Charter school, two Junior High schools and one Community Day school. At Hanford Elementary, you will find a foundation of support to allow you to provide the best learning environment for your students. Our expectation is that all students are provided with an educational environment which reinforces basic cultural values, ethical behavior, personal integrity, responsibility and accountability. At Hanford Elementary, we offer excellent salary and comprehensive health insurance for employees and their dependents. The City of Hanford is in Kings County, nestled in the heart of the Central Valley. With a population of over 55,000, Hanford maintains an affordable cost of living and "small town" atmosphere. Our excellent school district is recognized for outstanding academics, a wide offering of enrichment programs, and well-maintained campuses that are the pride of the community. Thank you for your interest in Hanford Elementary, if you have any questions, please contact our Human Resources office at (559) 585-3619.