Instructional Assistant - Special Education - Escalon High School - Escalon Unified : Job Details

About the EmployerEscalon Unified School District spans approximately 161 square miles and is located in southern San Joaquin County along the northern back of the Stanislaus River. The district was formed in 1967 from the unification of seven elementary districts and one secondary district. EUSD values our supportive community as well as productive collaboration amongst our professional staff which promotes effective teaching and improved student learning. With 3000 students and over 300 staff members, our eight school sites engage our student learners in a variety of ways including Dual Language Immersion, K-12 Home School, Career Technical Education programs such as Agriculture, Computer Programming and First Responders, Advanced Placement, 4-12 music and much more. Escalon Unified School District strategically recruits, hires, develops and retains the highest quality staff in order to ensure that all EUSD students learn at high levels. We encourage you to view our website and follow us on our Facebook page.Job Description / Essential Elements: JOB SUMMARYInstructional Assistant Special Education, under supervision of the site Principal or designee, performs necessary duties of a responsible nature to assist in and meet the goals of the comprehensive plan for special education and to assist in the planning and implementation of a program for special needs children, and to assist in the monitoring of student progress and assessment.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THIS POSITION May include, but not limited to:1. Perform a wide variety of specialized and responsible work, work independently, interpret and apply rules and regulations as appropriate2. Review, check, correct and compile a variety of information, verify data for accuracy, completeness and compliance with established procedures relating to student development and progress3. Assist in planning and implementing suitable learning experiences for students with special needs4. Assist in setting up, monitoring and cleaning up program facilities5. Complete position-related clerical tasks6. Assist in implementing individual educational plans and therapeutic programs7. Assist and instruct students in various areas of instruction8. Attend appropriate staff meetings and inservice training9. Assist in monitoring of individual student files10. Prepare and maintain a variety of logs, records and files, including information of a confidential nature; maintain confidentiality of information and records.11. Supervise and/or participate in playground activities, lunch activities, bus loading and unloading as needed12. Work with individual students and/or groups of students for purposes of observing, testing, assessment, collection of data, etc.13. May assist students, certificated staff, and/or parents with communication problems resulting from limited knowledge of English14. Perform related duties as assignedREQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:Knowledge and Application of:Correct oral and written English usage, spelling, grammar, punctuation, and arithmetic processes; operation of modern office machines, including, but not limited to computers; methods and procedures including software applications used in a modern environment; formats and procedures for entering and retrieving various types of data and reports; record keeping techniques; effective and efficient communication techniques; interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy; child growth and development principles; behavioral management strategies;; understanding and knowledge of development of school age children; oral communication skills in Spanish desirable.Ability to:•Work confidentially•Work independently•Apply direct instruction techniques•Understand and carryout oral and written directions•Meet schedules and deadlines•Plan and organize work; follow-through tasks/duties•Troubleshoot issues•Use problem-solving strategies•Coordinate responsibilities using a preventive model•Operate a variety of modern office equipment including; but not limited to, typewriters, computers,•10-key adding machines, copiers, duplicators, facsimile•Verify accuracy and completeness of documents and process data•Make simple arithmetic calculations with accuracy•Read, interpret, apply and explain rules, regulations, policies and procedures•Perform clerical duties such as filing, duplication, keyboarding, and maintaining records•Work with and have an interest in Special Education students and parents•Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, parents and others•Relate positively to children•Apply interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy•Compile, maintain, and submit accurate and complete records and reports•See for purposes of reading printed matter and observing students•Hear and understand speech at normal levels•Work at a desk, conference table or in meetings or various configurations•Speak and write in a foreign language may be required in certain positions•Stand, sit and walk for extended periods of time•Communicate so others will be able to clearly understand normal conversation•Perform light physical exertion•Lift, carry, push, pull, bend, twist, stoop, kneel, run and crawl•Lift 25 pounds•Carry 15 pounds•Reach in all directionsEducation / Experience:High school diploma or GED required Advanced education/coursework and/or training in the implementation ofinstructional methodologies, child development, student assessment, etc. desirable. One (1) year experience in providing various methods of instruction, including direct instruction, in an education environment desirable.State Requirements Include: AA Degree or Verifiable Two (2) years post-secondary education, or 48 semester units, or Proficiency Certificate (NCLB)Salary Level: 34 - Classified Salary ScheduleRequirements / QualificationsSpecial Education Instructional Assistant at Escalon High 6.5 hours per day 8 am - 3 pm Monday-Friday Must meet highly qualified instructional assistant requirements: AA Degree or; 48 units or; Comparable test certificateCurrent employees, please submit a letter of interest to Cindy Sipes at the District Office. All other applicants, please submit the following documents with your Edjoin application:

• Letter of Introduction
• Letter(s) of Recommendation
• Resume

Comments and Other InformationAFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER - THIS SCHOOL DISTRICT DOES NOT DISCRIMINATE ON THE BASIS OF RACE, COLOR, NATIONAL ORIGIN, AGE, RELIGION, POLITICAL AFFILIATION, GENDER, MENTAL OR PHYSICAL DISABILITY, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, PARENTAL OR MARITAL STATUS, OR ANY OTHER BASIS PROTECTED BY FEDERAL, STATE, OR LOCAL LAW ORDINANCE OR REGULATION, IN ITS EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM(S) OR EMPLOYMENT.