Position Summary : Assist in the provision of educational experiences for students by completing activities assigned by the supervising teacher and principal.
Terms of Employment : Substitutes are called and used on an "as needed basis" with no guarantee of hours or days
QUALIFICATIONS
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Ability to relate to children with special needs
- Possess collaborative and interpersonal skills
Successful completion of a criminal background check and physical capacity profile test will be required upon offer.
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES :
PERSONAL PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
Works well with others, maintaining positive and effective communication with school personnel and studentsContributes to creating a positive work environmentDemonstrates integrity and respects confidentialityArrives on time and works consistently until the end of his / her scheduled dayTakes advantage of professional growth opportunities related to his / her specific jobWorks independently and with confidenceDemonstrates ability to grasp and adjust to new and changing situationsDemonstrates initiative and ability to work without close supervisionPROFESSIONAL PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
Assists in the supervision of students in the classroom and other areas of the school facility. This may include :bus arrival / dismissal
transportation of students to and from school during contracted hourslunch and / or recessschool related activities / field trips during contracted hoursemergency drills / situationsAssists staff in preparation of materials. This may include :Reproducing and preparing materials and equipment used in the classroom
Correcting papers, workbooks, and testsCreating and preparing materials for bulletin boardsWorks with group or individual students in the daily routine of the classroom under the teacher's direction. This may include :Assisting teacher with classroom management and / or implementation of behavioral management plan(s)
Assisting students with homework, tests, and / or seat workAssisting students with technology (audio visual, computer, adaptive educational equipment)Maintaining records for individual studentsAssisting in the integration of special education student in the regular classroomKeeping teacher / administrator informed of all relevant student-related mattersThose subbing for Severe & Profound Associates may assist group or individual students with personal care, including :Toileting : this may include lifting, transferring, garment removal, changing diapers, use of adaptive toileting equipment, and clean-up procedures.
Feeding : this may include blending foods, serving students, and feeding through gastronomy tubes.Lifting : this will include use of proper lifting techniques when transferring students in and out of wheelchairs using two or three person lifts or lift equipment. Training for proper lifting techniques will be provided by the district.General Hygiene : this will include assisting students in cleaning and removing excreted bodily fluids using appropriate safety precautions.Duties and responsibilities as requested by supervisor may vary from time to timeKeeps current with appropriate nursing content and school health instructional techniques and strategies (e.g. participation in professional organizations, workshops, conferences, including the development of technology skills)Remains informed on building and district policies and works cooperatively toward their implementation and participates when appropriate in curriculum development, building / district assignments, and selecting / implementing building and district goalsMeets responsibilities beyond the school day related to school functionsMaintains a professional appearance appropriate to job responsibilitiesDistrict Statement
Johnston Community School District is an equal-opportunity affirmative-action employer. It is the policy of the District not to illegally discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, religion, creed, sex, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, color, age, marital status in its employment and personnel practices. Johnston Community School District will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.
There is a grievance procedure for processing complaints of discrimination. If you have questions or a grievance related to this policy, please contact the Director of Human Resources, 6510 NW 62nd Ave, Johnston, IA 50131, 515-278-0470.
