Job Description

Schedule will follow the student school calendar.

Benefits: Please reach out to Human Resources for additional information

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education : Minimum of a High School diploma or equivalent.

• Excellent organizational and student supervision skills.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

• Ability and desire to work with students with disabilities.

CPR certification recommended.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: (Include, but are not limited to)

• Works with individual or small groups of students as directed by the teacher, in the following academic areas: math, reading, language, writing, spelling, social studies, art, music, PE, etc.

• Works with individual or small groups of students with non-teaching activities: supervision of breaks, lunchroom, errands, chores, field trips, community access activities, self-care needs, and independent living skills as directed classroom teachers.

• Assists students in daily living activities as outlined on the IEP which may include changing diapers, assisting with bathroom needs, feeding, and performing health care procedures delegated to non-medical staff.

• Assists the teacher with behavioral intervention procedures as requested.

• Assists the teacher in the development and organization of appropriate learning materials and activities.

• Assists the teacher in developing learning centers, games, etc.

• Assists the teacher in maintaining the physical appearance and order of the classroom, supply room and material storage center.

• Prepares written communications, (i.e. notes home, messages to other staff, notice of meetings, newsletter, etc.) under the direction and approval of teachers.

• Assists certified staff in preparation of written reports/forms (i.e., IEP progress reports, inventories, requisitions, etc.) as requested by the teachers.

• Maintains student information forms or data sheets.

• Reproduces and files curriculum materials, reports, etc., as requested and approved by teachers.

Performs other duties assigned by the Principal or Director of Special Education.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS: (Intellectual, Sensory)

~Excellent written and oral communication skills.

~Good computer knowledge, typing and time management skills.

~Ability to accept responsibility and deal with parents and teacher needs.

~Ability to interact with many grade levels, teachers, and principals.

~Ability to deal with unexpected schedule changes (i.e. stress related to job sites, etc.)

~Handles decision-making and stress appropriately and professionally.

~Respects confidential information appropriately.

~Knowledge of and compliance with classroom/building policies and procedures.

~Ability to lift and assist students with necessary needs.

~Ability to work well with children, adults and community members.

At Will Employment : Employment with the North Platte Public School district is not for any period of time, and employment may be terminated at any time at the convenience of the terminating party, with or without cause, and with or without notice. Employment with the school district is not governed by any express or implied contract of employment.

It is the policy of the North Platte Public Schools not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, age, veteran status, marital status, disability, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, genetic information, or other protected conditions, in its educational programs, activities, or employment policies. Persons requiring accommodations to apply and/or be considered for positions are asked to make their request to the Director of Human Resources.

NOTICE OF NON-DISCRIMINATION

The North Platte Public School District hereby gives this statement of compliance and intends to comply with all state and federal laws prohibiting discrimination. This school district intends to take any necessary measures to assure compliance with such laws against any prohibited form of discrimination.

The North Platte Public School District does not discriminate on the basis of sex, disability, race (including skin color, hair texture and protective hairstyles), color, religion, veteran status, national or ethnic origin, age, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, sexual orientation or gender identity, or other protected status in its programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:

Title IX

Kevin Mills, Director of Human Resources

North Platte Public Schools

301 West F Street

North Platte, NE 69101

kmills@nppsd.org

Job Tags

Full time, Contract work,

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