Temporary Educational Assistant Full-time

Description:

Assists students in the development of appropriate academic, social, behavior and life skill goals. Encourages and supports all students in development of skills and interests to promote independence

Assists student(s) integrating and transitioning within the regular school system or into work/community environment

Assists student(s) with specialized supports such as devices, equipment and/or approved service dogs

Attends to student personal needs, assisting with feeding, hygiene, toileting, and other personal care

Takes part in professional learning and specialized training as required and supported by the school or Central Services

Awareness of, and the ability to respond appropriately to the complex needs of all student(s)

Supervises student(s) during instructional and non-instructional periods, such as in the classroom, gym, on field trips and/or on playgrounds

Works with multi-disciplinary team members to carry out prescribed exercises and programs

Acts as a liaison or advocate for all students

Engages in team meetings and parent meetings or provides input as-appropriate

Provides information to other staff with regard to specific student programs/information

Administers medication as per Administrative Procedure 203.1 AP Administration of Medication/Medical Assistance to Students

Takes necessary precautions and follows AHS (School K-12) & OHS guidelines when supporting students to protect staff and students

Performs other assigned comparable duties which are within the knowledge and skills required by the job