Intervention Specialist Assistant On-Call Substitutess

Job Description
On Call Substitute positions at Southgate School

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Follows through on instructional plans as directed, and reviews with IS to assure goals are being attained;
• Communicates clearly and accurately;
• Responds to students appropriately;
• Provides care and supervision of students in both instructional and non-instructional areas/times;
• Transports and supervises students on school grounds and during community outings;
• Assists in daily curricular activities such as bus duty, lunch duty, field trips and/or other program activities.
• Implements classroom management procedures, strategies and techniques;
• Assists in all areas of Daily Living Skills;
• Creates an environment of respect and rapport;
• Establishes an environment conducive for learning;
• Establishes and maintains clear and consistent standards of classroom behavior;
• Maintains physical space in a safe and suitable learning environment;
• Participates in educational activities during instruction.
• Participates in the planning and preparation of daily activities as directed by instructor and administration;
• Assists in the implementation of instructional programs for each student;
• Becomes familiar with instructional goals for each student;
• Prepares materials and supplies;
• Adheres to a schedule of responsibility;
• Participates in self-evaluation of job effectiveness;
• Maintains accurate records;
• Communicates with families in accordance with instructor's direction and expectations;
• Grows through collaboration including but not limited to committee work;
• Continues professional enhancement;
• Maintains certification(s) as required by Board of DD, licensure requirements, and others as required by administration;
• Participates in required In-Services including but not limited to: Mandt, CPR, child abuse, MUI/UI, Universal Precautions, and others as required by administration.

Specialized Responsibilities and Duties

• Demonstrates proper lifting procedures and wheelchair safety.
• Performs a variety of tasks involving lifting, feeding, and assisting in toileting that requires physical stamina and coordination.

Experience and Skills
High School Diploma/GED, Ohio Department of Education Educational Aide Certificate. Experience in working in a classroom setting, with young children or youth in a Special Education setting. Experience in lifting and transferring of students is an essential part of this job.

Job Benefits
Ohio Public Employees Retirement System (OPERS) and paid sick time, employee assistance program, and wellness program.