TITLE: BASIC EDUCATION INSTRUCTIONAL AIDE

JOB SUMMARY: To assist in providing well-organized, smoothly functioning school environment in which
students with special needs benefit from the basic education instructional program

REPORTS TO: Program Manager or Administrator as assigned

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assists in reinforcing instructional program and guiding students in development of desirable academic and social skills and habits
• Assists in implementation of pupil behavior management plans which may involve use of approved behavior modification, physical management techniques or other skills to establish and maintain appropriate behavior
• Assists in establishing and maintaining clean, safe and pleasant learning environment
• Assists in implementation of student Individualized Educational Plan through variety of classroom, site and community activities as assigned
• Assists students in variety of instructional, recreational, health and personal activities as assigned
• Assists with checking, care, preparation and arrangement of instructional materials and equipment
• Assists with recordkeeping, filing and other clerical duties as appropriate to program funding
• Assist in child restraint and providing First Aide and CPR in cases of an emergency
• Maintains current knowledge of skills and techniques related to position; attends training sessions, workshops and other in-service activities as needed
• Maintains confidentiality of student records in accordance with the basic education program and legal requirements
• Performs other related duties as assigned

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum of high school diploma and passage of Valley Achievement Center proficiency test; audio-visual and teacher aide courses desirable
• Minimum of 3 units of Child Development
• Demonstrated knowledge of and the ability to assist in implementing VAC techniques and approved methods of intervention for student behavior(s) and Applied Behavior Analysis techniques.
• Ability to follow oral and written directions
• Knowledge of basic clerical procedures
• Ability to learn computer skills
• Ability to work effectively and harmoniously in staff, students and parents
• Maintain organization of student work areas
• Maintain confidential student records and files
• Participate in student behavior modification plan
• Maintain records of student progress

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Salary and work year to be according to current VAC schedule

EVALUATION: Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with VAC’s Employee Handbook and Board
Policies

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES REGISTRATION AND TRAINING:

• Valid California Drivers License
• Evidence of Insurability
• CPR/First Aid Certificate

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