Secondary Special Education Associate 24-25 School Year - Multiple Locations - Des Moines Public Schools : Job Details

There is a $2,000.00 hiring bonus for this position paid over 24 pay periods(1 year). Bonus is not applicable for current Special Education AssociatesDes Moines Public Schools offers a generous benefits packageLocations: Hiatt Middle School = 2 openings Hoyt Middle School = 2 opening All Points Academy = 1 opening Brody 1:1 = 1 opening Focus HS @ Kurtz = 2 openings Lincoln HS = 1 opening Weeks Middle School = 2 openings Ruby Van Meter = 1 opening NOTE: the hours are 7.75 a day at this locationTITLE: Special Education Associate DEPARTMENT: Student and Family Services REPORTS TO: Building Administrator RECEIVES GUIDANCE FROM: Classroom Teacher POSITION INVENTORY: B 21 POSITION TYPE: ASOC FLSA Status: Non Exempt, Full Time 190 Day Calendar 7.5 Hour Day All candidates offered a position will be required to successfully pass a criminal background check, and a child and adult abuse registry check. Certain positions may require fingerprinting, a drug and alcohol test, a physical capacity test and/or a motor vehicle record check. BASIC FUNCTION: Assist teachers in the instruction, supervision and care of students with disabilities in a variety of instructional settings, including special education, general education and work/community settings. This position requires continuous use of independent judgment. The essential functions as shown below represent only the key areas of responsibility; specific position requirements will vary depending on the needs of the building assigned. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 1. Take directions from teachers, building administrators and Student and Family Services support staff. 2 . Follow behavior management plans for individual students. 3. Maintain students' daily behavior logs. 4. Assist in the implementation and monitoring of students' Individual Education Plans. 5. Prepare and organize instructional materials and equipment. 6. Perform personal care duties for students with disabilities as needed. 7. Prepare and supervise students in bus loading/unloading. 8. Assist in maintaining a safe and orderly instructional environment. 9. Assist in implementing consistent behavior management strategies and procedures. 10. Supervise lunchroom, playground, halls, classroom and other assigned areas. 11. Clarify and reinforce teacher directions 12. Participate in I.E.P. meetings as required. 13. Assist with instruction in the community setting as required. 14. Assist students with assignments. 15. Reinforce skills taught by the teacher. 16. Listen to students read/read to students. 17. Chart/graph student performance. 18. Prepare bulletin boards, games, and flash cards. 19. Assist teacher in setting up, organizing, and preparing materials for labs or instruction. 20. Organize daily student work folders. 21. Prepare attendance cards and reports. 22. Feed, toilet and diaper students as needed. 23. Under teacher direction, implement specific strategies to maintain/increase appropriate behavior and deescalate inappropriate behavior. 24. Supervise students in community/work settings. 25. Lift, carry and correctly position students with physical disabilities. 26. Perform other activities as required by the building principal or teachers. ADDITIONAL ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (for every DMPS position): 1. Attend work on a prompt and regular basis. 2. Maintain confidentiality. 3. Maintain satisfactory and harmonious working relationships with the public, students, and other employees. 4. Assist with other duties as may be assigned. HIRING SPECIFICATIONS: Required:

High School Diploma, G.E.D, or HiSET.

One of the following: (1) 48 credit hours post-secondary education, (2) associate's degree or higher,(3) paraeducator certification from the Board of Educational Examiners (or willingness to obtain within the first year of employment), (4) combined score of 150 or higher on the COMPASS test, or (5) a passing score on the AccuPlacer test.

Ability to relate to students with disabilities.

Ability to carry out duties cooperatively with others.

Oral and written communication skills.

Strong inter-personal skills with a proven record of building rapport with culturally diverse students

Desired:

Successful work or volunteer experience with disabled population.

Supervisory experience with school-aged children.

PHYSICAL DEMAND:FREQUENCY:Standing Constant 67%+ Walking Constant 67%+ Sitting Occasional 1% - 32% Bending/Stooping Frequent 33% - 66% Reaching/Pushing/Pulling Frequent 33% - 66% Climbing/Stairs Occasional 1% - 32% Driving Occasional 1% - 32% Lifting (10 lbs.) Frequent 33% - 66% Carrying (20 feet) Occasional 1% - 32% Manual Dexterity TasksTelephone Occasional 1% - 32% Computer Occasional 1% - 32% Other Occasional 1% - 32% Working ConditionsInside Constant 67%+ Outside Frequent 33% - 66% Extremes of Temperature/Humidity Occasional 1% - 32% All of the above duties and responsibilities are essential job functions subject to reasonable accommodation. All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills and/or ability to perform the job proficiently. This job description is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements. Individuals may be required to perform any other job-related instructions as requested by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation. All candidates offered a position will be required to successfully pass a criminal background check, and a child and adult abuse registry check. Certain positions may require fingerprinting, a drug and alcohol test, a physical capacity test and/or a motor vehicle record check. Approved by: Emily Behrens Date: 9/27/2023