What are the responsibilities and job description for the Instructional Aide - Severely Handicapped position at Huntington Beach Union High SD?
Job Summary
DEFINITION
Under general supervision, assists a teacher or teachers in a variety of care taking, instructional, and classroom duties involving severely handicapped students; and performs related work as required.
CLASS CHARACTERISTICS
Positions in this class are established to assist teachers in the education, training, and supervision of severely learning handicapped and / or physically handicapped students. Incumbents perform a variety of duties both in and out of the classroom and play a major role in caring for the physical needs of the students. Continuous and vigilant supervision of students is necessary during the day. Incumbents of some positions are assigned to a student for one-on-one instruction, transporting student to and from school, and accompanying and tutoring student during course of day. Duties listed below are representative of this class but not all positions incorporate all tasks, and duties will vary somewhat among positions.
Job Description / Essential Elements :
INSTRUCTIONAL AIDE - SEVERELY HANDICAPPED
DEFINITION
Under general supervision, assists a teacher or teachers in a variety of caretaking, instructional, and classroom duties involving severely handicapped students; and performs related work as required.
LICENSE REQUIRED
Some positions may require possession of a valid and appropriate California driver's license.
Possession of a valid Red Cross Standard First Aid certificate.
Possession of a valid "Hands-on" Red Cross Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation certificate.
CLASS CHARACTERISTICS
Positions in this class are established to assist teachers in the education, training, and supervision of severely learning handicapped and / or physically handicapped students. Incumbents perform a variety of duties both in and out of the classroom and play a major role in caring for the physical needs of the students. Continuous and vigilant supervision of students is necessary during the day. Incumbents of some positions are assigned to a student for one-on-one instruction, transporting student to and from school, and accompanying and tutoring student during course of day. Duties listed below are representative of this class but not all positions incorporate all tasks, and duties will vary somewhat among positions.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
Listens to, tutors, drills, reinforces, and otherwise assists individual and / or group of students in reading, language, mathematics, and other subjects according to instructions and guidance from a teacher. E
Instructs in selected subjects for remedial, supplemental or enrichment purposes. E
Operates and assists students in the use of audio visual equipment and listening centers. E
Researches and prepares instructional, motivational, and other materials. E
Administers and scores tests; corrects and scores assignments; records grades. E
Assists students in achieving coordination in physical education activities. E
Encourages and assists students in communicating and appropriate social interaction. E
Assists in the loading and unloading of students from buses and the transferring of students to and from classrooms and events and rides busses. E
Instructs students in use of standard kitchen utensils and appliances. E
Instructs students in use of small power tools for shop and garden use. E
Observes progress and behavior of students and confers with teacher(s) and other staff members accordingly. E
Performs routine clerical tasks, maintaining grade, attendance and other records as required. E
Attends and participates in meetings and workshops as required. E
Instructs and advises students regarding personal hygiene; assists students with toileting; hand-feeds students. E
Assists in the maintenance of classroom discipline. E
Strives to maximize self reliance of students in all activities and frequently utilizes approved behavior modification techniques to encourage or discourage selected behaviors. E
Removes and replaces orthopedic braces and equipment as needed. E
Performs related work as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of :
- 1. General problems and needs relative to handicapped students;
- 2. Techniques of learning reinforcement and behavior modification;
- 3. First aid techniques and practices;
- 4. District policies and procedures;
- 5. English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation;
- 6. Basic math;
- 7. Simple record keeping;
8. General principles of supervision and training; and
9. Appropriate safety precautions and procedures.
Ability to :
10. Establish and maintain effective relationships with those contacted in the course of work; and
11. Perform simple and repetitive tasks.
EDUCATION
Individuals possessing the knowledge, skills, and abilities listed above are considered to possess the necessary education.
EXPERIENCE
Previous experience working with handicapped and special needs students.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Environment :
Diversified special education classroom environment.
Physical Abilities :
Seeing to monitor students during classroom activities; hearing and speaking to exchange information and provide assistance to students; bending at the waist; walking and standing for extended periods of time; lifting and carrying students and equipment; dexterity of hands and fingers to operate specialized equipment or office equipment.
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Requirements / Qualifications
LICENSE REQUIRED
Possession of a valid Red Cross Standard First Aid certificate.
Possession of a valid Red Cross Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation certificate.
Comments and Other Information
This is an Open and Promotional recruitment. To fill positions at sites including but not limited to Adult Transition Program, Inclusion Program, Ocean View HS, Pathways at Marina HS, Special Abilities Cluster at Edison HS, Westminster HS, and to create an eligibility list for future vacancies.
This is a continuous examination and Personnel Commission Rule 4230.12 is in effect :
4230.12 Continuous Examinations
B. Applications shall be accepted every day or until sufficient applications are received. Examinations shall be given as the need arises.
The eligibility list will be valid for six months and used for future vacancies throughout the District during that time span. Final selection of appointees will be made from the top three ranks who are "ready and willing" to accept an assignment. Personnel Commission Rule 4240.1 F : When fewer than three (3) ranks of available eligible candidates remain on an eligibility list and the appointing authority has requested certification of additional eligible candidates, the list may be terminated by the Personnel Director. Please read the applicant email attachment for a more detailed explanation.
In order to obtain Veterans' preference of 5 points, service must be in accordance to Personnel Commission rule 4230.6.A or updated law. Please attach DD214 Form to your application. You are to attach your DD214 with your application or at the time of the examination, it will not be accepted after the exam.
Applications with the most appropriate education, experience, and training will be scheduled to continue in the examination process. All applicants will be notified by email regarding their selection.
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