Job Description:

1.    Be able to follow directions as well as give clear directions.

2.    Communicate clearly in oral and written form.

3.    Possess skills for working with people.

4.    Have general knowledge of children and their development.

5.    Have general knowledge of academic content.

6.    Demonstrate an ability to solve problems and make decisions.

7.    Demonstrate good listening skills.

8.    Demonstrate an ability to provide information and answer questions.

9.    Demonstrate an ability to initiate and complete tasks.

10.  Comprehend plans/instructions and be able to follow/implement them.

11.  Relate well to children, be an advocate for them.

12.  Participate in developing ideas for lessons and activities.

13.  Other duties may be assigned by the administration.

1.    Complete duties as assigned dependent on the needs of the teacher and/or individual student(s), such as:

a.    collaborate/consult with special and regular education staff about students’ needs and issues.

b.    modify/adapt materials and instructional methods as needed and appropriate.

c.     keep records of student performance in all areas.

d.    assist teachers with student supervision, clerical needs, lesson planning, preparing materials, etc.

e.    instruct students; assist them with classroom assignments.

2.    Participate in district and special education professional development activities.

3.    Other duties may be assigned.