What are the responsibilities and job description for the Educational Assistants position at Penmac Staffing Services, Inc.?
Penmac Staffing has teamed up with the Pillager School District in the search for Substitute Educational Assistants for the school year!
Description Of Educational Assistant Duties
The duties of the Educational Assistant may vary based upon specific assignment. Duties may also change at any time based upon administration or teacher re-examination of student or program needs. What follows is a non-inclusive list of duties which all Educational Assistants must be able to perform:
Demonstrate knowledge of the curriculum content for classes in which s/he assists Willingly participate in skill and competency training and in-services as directed by the IEP Case Manager or administrative staff Maintain discreet and respectful management of confidential information Implement teacher-prepared instructional lessons/activities for students with disabilities, as directed by the teacher and/or IEP Case Manager Strive to work cooperatively with all school personnel Demonstrate a warm and receptive attitude toward all students Comply with school district employment policies Possess physical abilities necessary for effective job performance, including the following examples:
Description Of Educational Assistant Duties
The duties of the Educational Assistant may vary based upon specific assignment. Duties may also change at any time based upon administration or teacher re-examination of student or program needs. What follows is a non-inclusive list of duties which all Educational Assistants must be able to perform:
- Supporting academic development:
- Carry out the instructional programs and lessons as developed by, and monitored by, the supervising teacher in various learning environments
- Assist individual students or groups of students in performing activities initiated by the teacher
- Individually or in small groups, reinforce concepts and skills introduced by the teacher in all learning environments
- Keep students on task
- Implement assistive technology
- Implement accommodations indicated by the IEP (read tests aloud, take notes, enlarge materials, etc.), as directed by the Special Education teacher
- Supporting social integration:
- Redirect behavior and implement behavior management plans
- Facilitate interaction between students with disabilities and classmates
- Teach and model strategies to peers about how to interact with the student with a disability
- Support the development of communication skills
- Supporting functional skills:
- Assist the student with daily living skills and needs, such as eating, toileting, grooming, dressing, etc.
- Assist in transferring, positioning and mobility needs as directed by physical therapist, occupational therapist, or other Special Education or related service providers
- Act as a job coach
- Serving as a communication link:
- Provide the Special Education teacher/staff with information about General Education assignments, activities and student participation and behavior
- Inform General Education staff about student programs and adaptations
- Serve as an integral communication link between the student, General Education staff, and IEP Case Manager
- Observe, record and collect data as directed by the IEP Case Manager
- Providing general support:
- Assist Special Education teacher with clerical tasks, correcting of student work, and material or room preparations, and equipment maintenance
- Intervene with other students regarding inappropriate behavior, language or actions
- Provide supervision and assistance for Special Education students on playgrounds, in lunchroom, at assemblies, on field trips, or other locations as directed by the IEP Case Manager or administration
- Supporting medical needs :
- With training and under the supervision of the appropriate professional personnel (nurse or LPN):
- Administer tube feedings
- Administer medications
- Recognize and respond to critical symptoms
- Use instruments and procedures specifically related to the disability or medical condition
- Accompany and assist medically fragile students in all settings where the district is responsible
- Light lifting of office supplies and/or equipment
- Transferring and positioning students
- Work with physically aggressive students
- Potential candidates must possess an A.A. Degree (or complete equivalent testing with a passing score).
- Starting pay is based on years of experience and education.
- Paid time off
- Holiday pay is earned after 1 year
- A longevity bonus is offered by the school starting after your 2nd year of employment
- Health Benefits options from day one
- A 401(k)-retirement savings plan is available to all associates after one year of employment
- Associates are automatically enrolled in Penmac's Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) (must work 1,000 hours per year)
- Please apply online at penmac.com, or submit your résumé to brainerd@penmac.com. Call us with your questions at (218)-824-9675, or stop in and see us at 607 Washington Street in downtown Brainerd, across from the historic landmark water tower!
