Education Assistant

Specific responsibilities entail the following:

• Assist the student to complete assignments and different tasks, which fulfill their social, physical, academic, and life skills objectives as outlines in their IEP and assigned by the Teacher.


• Maintain any documentation (behavior logs, anecdotal notes, etc.) on the student


• Assist other students with-in the classroom and become familiar with the students learning needs as required


• Supervise the student as required


• Facilitate student integration skills


• Review and reinforce learning activities using lesson plans and learning strategies developed by the teacher/team to help the student master concepts and skills


• Assist in the collection of data for the purpose of evaluating student progress


• Assist in meeting individual behavioral objectives of student


• Help in maintaining and organizing classroom and teaching material


• Implement plans as specified by Teacher


• Act as a resource to any student


• Carry out Teacher’s plans for the students – including academic and non-academic activities


• Maintain accurate student records and confidentiality


• Assist students with school assignments under the direction of the teacher


• Supervise students’ safety in new environments, field trips, etc.


• Be familiar and understand medical concerns that are relevant to the children you work with


• Be familiar with emergency protocol and response (Earth quake, fire, etc.)


• Monitor and record the progress of students with regards to the objectives outlined in the IEP


• First Aid and Supervision duties as scheduled

Adaptability:

• Participates in all tasks that are associated with the Special Needs Program


• Adheres to the code of conduct and ethical standards as set out by Highroad Academy


• Notifies administrator in a timely manner of absences so that a TOC/sub. can be obtained


• Maintains and updates documentation


• Maintains confidentiality regarding students and staff issues


• Maintains a professional attitude, boundaries and work environment


• Exhibits flexibility with the natural ebbs and flows that are required within this department (changes in schedule; supporting other students when required; etc.)

Interpersonal Relations:

• Maintain constant and open communication with Classroom Teacher & Department Head


• Brings potential problems and concerns to the attention of Department Head


• Develops positive relationships with students, Teachers and other team members


• Displays professional boundaries in all situations and relationships in regards to students, parents, and staff relationships.


• Follows policies and protocols   

Initiative:

• Develops a Personal Growth Plan


• Self-initiates for needs of the student and classroom


• Helps to organize activities that are necessary for the completion of tasks


• Acts as a resource for any student


• Promotes a positive image of Special Needs Students within the school and community


• Engages in the greater Highroad community