Overview
Overview
Plumas Charter School, a WASC accredited California public school, has a part time position, 32 hours per week, available for a Special Education Instructional Aide in our Quincy Learning Center. The position may also include non-SPED aide duties.
Applicants should have experience working with young children, a willingness to learn with patience and flexibility. A Bachelor’s degree is preferred, but not required. The benefit package includes PERS retirement. PCS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Duties/Responsibilities
● Responsible for the adherence to and knowledge of PCS policies and procedures including, but not limited to, Administration, Human Resources, Safety, Student, and Instruction.
● General knowledge and understanding of the PCS charter.
● Adhere to the requirements for Mandated Reporting, strict confidentiality, and professional conduct.
● Assist teachers with presentation of grade-level content.
● Support the routines and rules of the classroom to provide a consistent, positive learning environment.
● Actively participate in supervising, monitoring and managing student activities, as directed by the teacher.
● Display respect and compassion for students and staff, encourage students’ positive self-concept and independence, and model appropriate behavior in every situation.
● Tutor individual and small groups of students to reinforce and support learning activities.
● Monitor and assist students in drill, practice, and study activities as a follow up to the teacher presentation of instructional concepts.
● Assist with student behavior management through the prescribed strategies and techniques of PCS.
● Prepare and/or assist in the preparation of a variety of instructional materials for individual and small groups of students.
● Supervise students during recess and lunch.
● Maintain a variety of records and files, including confidential student records and information.
● May administer and score a variety of criterion referenced and general aptitude tests, then record test results.
● Uphold the core values, mission, and policies of Plumas Charter School.
Required Skills/Abilities
Knowledge of:
● Basic concepts of child development and developmental behavior characteristics.
● Student behavior management strategies and techniques.
● Appropriate use of English language in verbal and written communication, including spelling, punctuation and grammar. Basic arithmetic skills.
● Routine record management, storage, and retrieval systems and procedures.
Ability to:
● Demonstrate an attitude of understanding, patience, and openness towards students of varied age groups.
● Communicate effectively in oral and written form in English and a second language as required by assignment.
● Perform routine clerical tasks and operate a variety of office equipment.
● Learn utilization of a variety of appropriate instructional materials and procedures in the enhancement of a positive educational environment.
● Understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
● Establish and maintain a cooperative working relationship with children and adults.
Physical/Mental Requirements
● Persons in this position will exert 10-30 lbs of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. Perceive sound, near and far visual acuity and depth perception.
● Must be calm and composed during stressful situations, such as unruly student behavior.
● Assist students with physical needs and personal care which may include toileting and feeding.
● Demonstrate mental flexibility to quickly changing environments and tasks. Work efficiently with frequent interruptions.
● Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable a person with a disability to perform the essential functions of the job.
Education/Experience/Credentials
Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities to perform the duties in a qualifying manner. A typical method of obtaining the required knowledge and skills would be:
● One year of paid or volunteer experience working with multi-age groups of children.
● Training and coursework in child development, instruction technology, or a closely related field of study.
Educational requirements include the equivalent to the completion of high school. A bachelor’s degree is preferred, but not required.
Minimum Education and Experience