Teacher's Aide II Job at Washoe County School District
TEACHER ASSISTANT II - Special Education
Position Information:
SUMMARY DESCRIPTION
Under general supervision, assists teaching staff in providing individual and group instruction, including developing and maintaining records and instructional materials. Incumbent performs related work as required.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
The Teacher Assistant II is regularly required to perform academic instructional assistance for a significant portion of the assignment in a Special Education classroom. Additionally, a Teacher Assistant II working at a Title I school must be highly qualified.
The Teacher Assistant II class requires additional intensive training beyond and including what is necessary for a Teacher Aide II: Special Education class; in the areas of student data collection, communication strategies, severe behaviors, and positive behavior management for Autism Spectrum Disorders. Additionally, the Teacher Assistant II: Special Education class independently prepares materials; implements behaviorally based instructions; develops lesson outlines and detailed computer generated instructional materials; conducts screenings; independently provides vocational training in the community on a daily basis; independently prepares graphs, charts, and behavioral analysis data; actively participates in student IEP 's; possesses in-depth knowledge in communication; and extensively modifies and adapts the general education curriculum.
EXEMPLARY DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
Assists teaching staff in a variety of classroom and related areas; assists in preparing lesson outlines and plans in assigned areas; assists in planning, preparing and developing various teaching aids; presents subject matter to students utilizing a variety of teaching methods and techniques within traditional and/or non-traditional educational settings; assists students, individually or in groups, with lesson assignments; presents or reinforces learning concepts; prepares, administers and grades examinations and homework assignments; observes progress and problem areas of students for referral to the classroom teacher; confers with classroom teacher and parent on progress of students; prepares classrooms and audio-visual equipment for use; orders supplies and equipment; maintains classroom bulletin boards; distributes and collects teaching materials; assists in maintaining student discipline and order on the playgrounds, in lunchroom, school halls, library and study halls; operates standard office equipment.
EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS
Education/Experience: Any experience equivalent to education and experience that would provide the required knowledge and skills is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and skills would be:
- Education: Completion of 48 semester or 60 quarter units, from an accredited college or university, desirably in child development, education, special education, or a related field.
AND
- Experience: One (1) year of experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the class, such as student instructional activities or personal guidance of students within an organized program.
OR
- A high school diploma;
AND
- Two (2) years of experience as a teacher aide or two (2) years experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the class, such as student instructional activities or personal guidance of students within an organized program.
Teacher Assistant II - Special Education, desirable qualifications:
Thirty (30) hours of classroom work and class observation as follows: 12 class hours in class (orientation, ABA Principles I, Data Collection I; 8 class hours CPI training); 8 class hours ABA Principles II and Data Collection II; 2 hours in-class observation by PC or BCBA, or Assistant BA.
Knowledge of: Education principles and techniques; student's physical, emotional and academic requirements, habits and characteristics; basic discipline and behavior modification techniques; correct English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation; basic mathematics; current office methods and procedures including files and records management; common office equipment and its usage.
Skill at: Instructing students in a variety of academic and self care skills areas; preparing realistic lesson plans and teaching aids; securing and maintaining the confidence and cooperation of students; dealing tactfully with parents and school personnel; evaluating situations accurately and taking effective action; typing with speed and accuracy; spelling correctly; reading, writing and speaking English at a level required for successful job performance; preparing and maintaining accurate and complete records, files and summaries; developing instructional materials; making mathematical computations; operating various office equipment; operating and maintaining audio-visual equipment, understanding and carrying out oral and written instructions; establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Licenses/Certificates: Possession of, or ability to obtain, CPR Certification is required for teacher assistants working in the area of Special Education.
THIS JOB SPECIFICATION SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED TO IMPLY THAT THESE REQUIREMENTS ARE THE EXCLUSIVE STANDARDS OF THE POSITION. INCUMBENTS MAY BE REQUIRED TO FOLLOW ANY OTHER INSTRUCTIONS, AND TO PERFORM ANY OTHER RELATED DUTIES AS MAY BE REQUIRED BY THEIR SUPERVISOR.
The Washoe County School District prohibits bullying, cyber-bullying, harassment, sexual harassment, and/or discrimination based on an individual's actual or perceived race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, veterans or military status, marital status, political affiliation, disability or the presence of any sensory, physical or mental handicap in any of its educational programs/activities and employment, or in any program or activity conducted or funded by the U.S. Department of Agriculture. The District prohibits discrimination against any youth group listed in Title 36, as a patriotic society, (i.e. Boy Scouts of America) from access to public school facilities use.
Grade 18
Sch A: $14.40 (entry step)
Sch B: $17.03 (entry step)
Salaries are subject to adjustment and may increase and decrease each fiscal year. New employees hired by Washoe County School District are normally placed on the entry step of the grade of the position.
This is a 32 hour per week, 146 day position. Employee will work four days per week, eight hours each day.
For New Applicants: Please make sure your application lists at least four recent confidential references. Confidential references need to be within at least the last 18 months. Applications must be fully completed to be consdered for a position.
For Current WCSD Employees, Please include two most current confidential references. Confidential references need to be within at least the last 18 months.
INCENTIVES
Eligible employees of WCSD receive different benefits depending on their scheduled hours per week.
Employees who work less than 20 hours per week receive Social Security benefits, salary increases, longevity bonuses, and credit union benefits.
Employees who work 20 to 24.75 hours per week receive PERS retirement benefits, which are lifetime pension plans for public employees in various states,
In addition to the benefits above. Employees who work 25 to 27.25 hours per week receive all the benefits above except medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Employees who work 27.5 hours per week or more receive full benefits of the district, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, holiday pay, vacation pay, sick leave, life insurance, and insurance premiums for summer months.
If you are enrolling in our insurance plan, you should know that there is no waiting period before your benefits start. This means that you can use your insurance coverage as soon as your enrollment is confirmed. This is a great advantage for our employees and their families.
All eligible employees also enjoy no state income tax and no Social Security deductions for most positions working 20 hours per week or more.
New employees will be fingerprinted upon hire and every five years thereafter and will have $58.50 deducted from their first paycheck to help defray the cost of fingerprinting. Non-licensed employees will have $58.50 deduction when their fingerprints are completed every five years. Fingerprint fees are subject to change.
Temporary employees working less than 6 months do not receive benefits.
Any applicant who would like to request a reasonable accommodation in any step of the selection process should contact Human Resources at (775) 348-0321.
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