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Boone Extended Preschool (BEP) Associate--

JobID: 597

Position Type:
Student Support Services/Early Childhood

Date Posted:
6/12/2024

Location:
Ledges Elementary School

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Boone Community School District's mission is to foster academic and extracurricular excellence through the Portrait of a Graduate pillars. We are committed to providing every student with rigorous and enriching educational opportunities within a safe, supportive, and collaborative environment. Our goal is to nurture the development of productive, caring, and engaged citizens who are equipped to thrive in a dynamic world. We are not only committed to being an equal opportunity employer, but also actively strives to create a diverse workforce that reflects the demographics of its students and community, prioritizing a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills within its teams. Expect the BEST...Achieve SUCCESS!

Title: Boone Extended Preschool Associate
Reports To: Building Principal & Supervising Teacher

SUMMARY:

Assist students with basic classroom work, including computers, language arts, math and projects. Assist classroom teachers with preparing classroom work as needed. Support students in general and special education classrooms. Supervise at recess and transition times.

EDUCATION AND RELATED WORK EXPERIENCE:

High school diploma or equivalent
No experience required; experience preferred in: Working with children.

TECHNICAL SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES:

Oral and written communication skills and English language skills.
Interpersonal relations skills.
Computer, keyboarding and word processing skills.
Customer service and public relations skills.
Critical thinking and problem solving skills.
Organizational skills.
Ability to maintain confidentiality in all aspects of the job.
Ability to manage multiple priorities.
Ability to manage multiple tasks with frequent interruptions.
Ability to diffuse and manage volatile and stressful situations.
Ability to promote and follow building and departmental policies
Apply and follow all school district policies and state of Iowa laws.

MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT OPERATING KNOWLEDGE:

Operating knowledge of and experience with personal computers and online resources.
Operating knowledge of and experience with typical office equipment, such as telephones, copiers, fax machines, email, etc.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Listed below are the essential tasks required for this job.

Job Tasks Descriptions

1. Provide support to special education students in the regular and special education classrooms. Supports may include:

assisting students by adapting work,
monitoring and enforcing social and acceptable behavior,
implementing health care plans, toileting assistant, academic support etc.
Assist children in the cafeteria, at recess or any other time help is required, including getting on and off the bus.
Assist in crisis situations often involving physically aggressive students including, but not limited to, restraining and documentation.
If working with behavior students, trained in CPI and understands the rules and regulations pertaining to management of behaviors and protocol safeguards.
Implement specialized therapy programs.

These supports are defined in student IEPs and are provided under the direct supervision of the case manager/teacher.

2. Assist students with classroom activities. Assist with curriculum instructional delivery to both individual and small groups to ensure mastery of subjects.

3. Assist teacher(s) with grading, attendance and instructional centers, etc. Assist in preparing materials; laminating, copying, filing, etc.

4. Mentor, support and assist students with a variety of abilities and disabilities to become competent, independent adults.

5. Supervise and monitor students during playground, lunchroom, field trips, passing periods, classroom activities, etc. Support eloping students by keeping them within 3-5 feet to ensure the student remains safe. Must be physically able to run with student to keep them in close proximity.

6. Assist injured or sick students to health room.

7. Cover classroom for short periods (i.e. up to 30 minutes) when the teacher is called out of the classroom for staff meetings or other reasons.

8. Assist with assessment testing and monitoring of student performance.

9. Perform other duties as assigned.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES	Amount of Time
PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES	None	Under 1/3	1/3 to 2/3	Over 2/3
Stand	.	.	X	.
Walk	.	.	X	.
Sit	.	.	X	.
Use hands to finger, handle or feel	.	.	.	X

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES	Amount of Time
PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES	None	Under 1/3	1/3 to 2/3	Over 2/3
Reach with hands and arms	.	.	.	X
Climb or balance	.	.	X	.
Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl	.	.	.	X
Talk	.	.	.	X
Hear	.	.	.	X
Taste	X	.	.	.
Smell	X	.	.	.

WEIGHT AND FORCE DEMANDS	Amount of Time
WEIGHT AND FORCE DEMANDS	None	Under 1/3	1/3 to 2/3	Over 2/3
Up to 10 pounds	.	.	X	.
Up to 25 pounds	.	.	X	.
Up to 50 pounds	.	X	.	.
Up to 100 pounds	X	.	.	.
More than 100 pounds	X	.	.	.

MENTAL FUNCTIONS	Amount of Time
MENTAL FUNCTIONS	None	Under 1/3	1/3 to 2/3	Over 2/3
Compare	.	.	.	X
Analyze	.	.	.	X
Communicate	.	.	.	X
Copy	.	.	X	.
Coordinate	X	.	.	.
Instruct	.	.	X	.
Compute	X	.	.	.
Synthesize	X	.	.	.
Evaluate	.	.	.	X
Use Interpersonal Skills	.	.	.	X
Compile	.	.	.	X
Negotiate	.	.	X	.

WORK ENVIRONMENT	Amount of Time
WORK ENVIRONMENT	None	Under 1/3	1/3 to 2/3	Over 2/3
Wet or humid conditions (non-weather)	X	.	.	.
Work near moving mechanical parts	X	.	.	.
Work in high, precarious places	X	.	.	.
Fumes or airborne particles	X	.	.	.
Toxic or caustic chemicals	X	.	.	.
Outdoor weather conditions	.	.	X	.
Extreme cold (non-weather)	X	.	.	.
Extreme heat (non-weather)	X	.	.	.
Risk of electrical shock	X	.	.	.
Work with explosives	X	.	.	.
Risk of radiation	X	.	.	.
Vibration	X	.	.	.

VISION DEMANDS	REQUIRED TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB
No special vision requirements	.
Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less)	X
Distance vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more)	X
Color vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors)	X
Peripheral vision	X
Depth perception	.
Ability to adjust focus	X

NOISE LEVEL	Level of noise typical in the work environment for this job
Very quiet	.
Quiet	.
Moderate	X
Loud	X
Very loud	.

Boone Community School District is an equal opportunity employer. If you have questions or a grievance, contact the BCSD Equity Coordinator Mrs. Jill Janes, jjanes@boone.k12.ia.us, at BCSD, 500 7th Street, Boone, Iowa 50036; (515) 433-0750.

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Boone Extended Preschool (BEP) Childcare Associate-- 6:45-8am or 3:00pm-5:30pm-3-4 days per week (12 hours per week)

JobID: 602

Position Type:
Student Support Services/Early Childhood

Date Posted:
7/11/2024

Location:
Ledges Elementary School

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Title: Boone Extended Preschool Associate (11:00 a.m.-5:30 p.m. 4 days per week)
Reports To: Building Principal & Supervising Teacher
Work Year: 9 months-- with possible summer employment
Pay Period: Direct Deposit on last day of the month

SUMMARY:

EDUCATION AND RELATED WORK EXPERIENCE:

High school diploma or equivalent
No experience required; experience preferred in: Working with children.

TECHNICAL SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES:

Oral and written communication skills and English language skills.
Interpersonal relations skills.
Computer, keyboarding and word processing skills.
Customer service and public relations skills.
Critical thinking and problem solving skills.
Organizational skills.
Ability to maintain confidentiality in all aspects of the job.
Ability to manage multiple priorities.
Ability to manage multiple tasks with frequent interruptions.
Ability to diffuse and manage volatile and stressful situations.
Ability to promote and follow building and departmental policies
Apply and follow all school district policies and state of Iowa laws.

MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT OPERATING KNOWLEDGE:

Operating knowledge of and experience with personal computers and online resources.
Operating knowledge of and experience with typical office equipment, such as telephones, copiers, fax machines, email, etc.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Listed below are the essential tasks required for this job.

Job Tasks Descriptions

1. Provide support to special education students in the regular and special education classrooms. Supports may include:

assisting students by adapting work,
monitoring and enforcing social and acceptable behavior,
implementing health care plans, toileting assistant, academic support etc.
Assist children in the cafeteria, at recess or any other time help is required, including getting on and off the bus.
Assist in crisis situations often involving physically aggressive students including, but not limited to, restraining and documentation.
If working with behavior students, trained in CPI and understands the rules and regulations pertaining to management of behaviors and protocol safeguards.
Implement specialized therapy programs.

These supports are defined in student IEPs and are provided under the direct supervision of the case manager/teacher.

2. Assist students with classroom activities. Assist with curriculum instructional delivery to both individual and small groups to ensure mastery of subjects.

3. Assist teacher(s) with grading, attendance and instructional centers, etc. Assist in preparing materials; laminating, copying, filing, etc.

4. Mentor, support and assist students with a variety of abilities and disabilities to become competent, independent adults.

6. Assist injured or sick students to health room.

7. Cover classroom for short periods (i.e. up to 30 minutes) when the teacher is called out of the classroom for staff meetings or other reasons.

8. Assist with assessment testing and monitoring of student performance.

9. Perform other duties as assigned.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES	Amount of Time
PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES	None	Under 1/3	1/3 to 2/3	Over 2/3
Stand	.	.	X	.
Walk	.	.	X	.
Sit	.	.	X	.
Use hands to finger, handle or feel	.	.	.	X

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES	Amount of Time
PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES	None	Under 1/3	1/3 to 2/3	Over 2/3
Reach with hands and arms	.	.	.	X
Climb or balance	.	.	X	.
Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl	.	.	.	X
Talk	.	.	.	X
Hear	.	.	.	X
Taste	X	.	.	.
Smell	X	.	.	.

WEIGHT AND FORCE DEMANDS	Amount of Time
WEIGHT AND FORCE DEMANDS	None	Under 1/3	1/3 to 2/3	Over 2/3
Up to 10 pounds	.	.	X	.
Up to 25 pounds	.	.	X	.
Up to 50 pounds	.	X	.	.
Up to 100 pounds	X	.	.	.
More than 100 pounds	X	.	.	.

MENTAL FUNCTIONS	Amount of Time
MENTAL FUNCTIONS	None	Under 1/3	1/3 to 2/3	Over 2/3
Compare	.	.	.	X
Analyze	.	.	.	X
Communicate	.	.	.	X
Copy	.	.	X	.
Coordinate	X	.	.	.
Instruct	.	.	X	.
Compute	X	.	.	.
Synthesize	X	.	.	.
Evaluate	.	.	.	X
Use Interpersonal Skills	.	.	.	X
Compile	.	.	.	X
Negotiate	.	.	X	.

WORK ENVIRONMENT	Amount of Time
WORK ENVIRONMENT	None	Under 1/3	1/3 to 2/3	Over 2/3
Wet or humid conditions (non-weather)	X	.	.	.
Work near moving mechanical parts	X	.	.	.
Work in high, precarious places	X	.	.	.
Fumes or airborne particles	X	.	.	.
Toxic or caustic chemicals	X	.	.	.
Outdoor weather conditions	.	.	X	.
Extreme cold (non-weather)	X	.	.	.
Extreme heat (non-weather)	X	.	.	.
Risk of electrical shock	X	.	.	.
Work with explosives	X	.	.	.
Risk of radiation	X	.	.	.
Vibration	X	.	.	.

VISION DEMANDS	REQUIRED TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB
No special vision requirements	.
Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less)	X
Distance vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more)	X
Color vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors)	X
Peripheral vision	X
Depth perception	.
Ability to adjust focus	X

NOISE LEVEL	Level of noise typical in the work environment for this job
Very quiet	.
Quiet	.
Moderate	X
Loud	X
Very loud	.

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Openings as of 4/3/2025

Special Education Teacher- Strat II BD

JobID: 651

Position Type:
Student Support Services/LD/BD Resource

Date Posted:
3/31/2025

Location:
Ledges Elementary School

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Title: Special Education Teacher
Reports To: Building Principal
Work Year: 189 Days

SUMMARY:

Special education teachers work with students who have mental, emotional, physical, or learning disabilities. As teachers, they are responsible for leading learning for their students. Teachers develop curriculum and lesson plans, and present those lessons to their students, individually or in groups. They track the progress of their students and create reports to inform parents about their progress. Teachers are responsible for maintaining a safe and respectful classroom environment in order to optimize student capabilities and develop their love of learning. A dedicated and compassionate Strat II: BD LD Special Education Teacher is needed to foster a supportive and engaging learning environment. The ideal candidate will be skilled in building meaningful relationships with students, implementing strategies to support growth in self-regulation, and providing specially designed instruction focused on developing crucial social and emotional skills. This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on students' lives, empowering them to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.

EDUCATION AND RELATED WORK EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor's degree from an accredited university
Teaching credential/certificate/license for corresponding age/grade level issued by the BOEE?
Endorsement required: K-12 Instructional Strategist II: BN LD

TECHNICAL SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES:

Highly developed oral and written communication skills.
Ability to build relationships effectively and professionally with families and students.
Experience developing and implementing curriculum.
Physical ability to handle frequent sitting, stooping, bending, pushing, pulling, and moving throughout the room.
Proven ability to maintain a safe and studious classroom environment.
Demonstrated ability to develop and implement age-appropriate curriculum.
Ability to collaborate within the school and instructional setting.
Demonstrated desire to be a life-long learner.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Listed below are the essential tasks required for this job.

Job Tasks Descriptions

1. Create instructional resources for use in the classroom and by team members.

2. Prepare, plan, and deliver instructional activities.

3. Create a positive educational learning environment.

4. Develop curriculum and essential standards to meet student learning goals and instructional activities.

5. Prepare lesson materials, grade papers, manage the classroom, and evaluate and give feedback to students.

6. Exercise open and respectful communication with families, co-workers, supervisors, and other school staff.

7. Measure progress and accomplishments of students towards their academic achievements on a regular basis and provide progress reports as required.

8. Create and keep records on attendance, accidents, incidents, and other noteworthy events in accordance with licensing guidelines and program policies.

9. Attend workshops and training, in district and within the state, in order to further advance professional development.

10. Stay abreast with learning strategies and current opportunities for students.

11. Utilize curriculum to incorporate diverse intellectual, cultural, and linguistic backgrounds of the students served.

12. Manage student behavior in accordance with outlined guidelines.

13. Work collaboratively with grade level, subject area, and building teachers to enhance learning opportunities for students.

14. Collaborate with teacher team to contribute to the professional learning and development of themselves and their fellow colleagues

15. Provide a safe, thriving, and respectful environment for all students in the classroom and on the school campus

16. Special Education Responsibilities:

Assess students’ skills and determine their educational needs
Adapt general lessons to meet students’ needs
Develop Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) for each student with the IEP Team
Plan activities that are specific to each student’s abilities
Teach and mentor students as a class, in small groups, and one-on-one
Implement IEPs, assess students’ performance, and track their progress
Update IEPs throughout the school year to reflect students’ progress and goals
Work collaboratively in with general education teachers in support of student IEP needs
When appropriate co-teach in the general education classroom
Discuss students’ progress with parents, other teachers, counselors, and administrators
Supervise and mentor teacher assistants who work with students with disabilities
Prepare and help students transition from grade to grade and from school to life outside of school

16. Perform other duties as assigned.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES	Amount of Time
PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES	None	Under 1/3	1/3 to 2/3	Over 2/3
Stand	.	X	.	.
Walk	.	X	.	.
Sit	.	.	X	.
Use hands to finger, handle or feel	.	.	.	X

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES	Amount of Time
PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES	None	Under 1/3	1/3 to 2/3	Over 2/3
Reach with hands and arms	.	X	.	.
Climb or balance	X	.	.	.
Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl	.	X	.	.
Talk	.	.	.	X
Hear	.	.	.	X
Taste	X	.	.	.
Smell	X	.	.	.

WEIGHT AND FORCE DEMANDS	Amount of Time
WEIGHT AND FORCE DEMANDS	None	Under 1/3	1/3 to 2/3	Over 2/3
Up to 10 pounds	.	X	.	.
Up to 25 pounds	.	X	.	.
Up to 50 pounds	.	X	.	.
Up to 100 pounds	X	.	.	.
More than 100 pounds	X	.	.	.

MENTAL FUNCTIONS	Amount of Time
MENTAL FUNCTIONS	None	Under 1/3	1/3 to 2/3	Over 2/3
Compare	.	.	.	X
Analyze	.	.	.	X
Communicate	.	.	.	X
Copy	.	.	.	X
Coordinate	.	.	.	X
Instruct	.	.	.	X
Compute	.	.	.	X
Synthesize	.	.	.	X
Evaluate	.	.	.	X
Use Interpersonal Skills	.	.	.	X
Compile	.	.	.	X
Negotiate	.	.	.	X

WORK ENVIRONMENT	Amount of Time
WORK ENVIRONMENT	None	Under 1/3	1/3 to 2/3	Over 2/3
Wet or humid conditions (non-weather)	X	.	.	.
Work near moving mechanical parts	X	.	.	.
Work in high, precarious places	X	.	.	.
Fumes or airborne particles	X	.	.	.
Toxic or caustic chemicals	X	.	.	.
Outdoor weather conditions	X	.	.	.
Extreme cold (non-weather)	X	.	.	.
Extreme heat (non-weather)	X	.	.	.
Risk of electrical shock	X	.	.	.
Work with explosives	X	.	.	.
Risk of radiation	X	.	.	.
Vibration	X	.	.	.

VISION DEMANDS	REQUIRED TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB
No special vision requirements	.
Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less)	X
Distance vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more)	X
Color vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors)	.
Peripheral vision	.
Depth perception	.
Ability to adjust focus	.

NOISE LEVEL	Level of noise typical in the work environment for this job
Very quiet	.
Quiet	X
Moderate	X
Loud	.
Very loud	.

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Preschool Special Education Associate - Ledges

JobID: 513

Position Type:
Support Staff/Special Education Associate

Date Posted:
6/14/2023

Location:
Ledges Elementary School

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Title: Special Education Associate
Reports To: Building Principal
Work Year: 9 months
Pay Period: Direct Deposit on last day of the month

SUMMARY:

Assist students with basic classroom work, including computers, language arts, math and research. Assist classroom teacher with preparing classroom work as needed. Support student in general and special education classroom.

EDUCATION AND RELATED WORK EXPERIENCE:

High school diploma or equivalent
No experience required; experience preferred in: Working with children.

TECHNICAL SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES:

Oral and written communication skills and English language skills.
Interpersonal relations skills.
Computer, keyboarding and word processing skills.
Customer service and public relations skills.
Critical thinking and problem solving skills.
Organizational skills.
Ability to maintain confidentiality in all aspects of the job.
Ability to manage multiple priorities.
Ability to manage multiple tasks with frequent interruptions.
Ability to diffuse and manage volatile and stressful situations.
Ability to promote and follow building and departmental policies
Apply and follow all school district policies and state of Iowa laws.

MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT OPERATING KNOWLEDGE:

Operating knowledge of and experience with personal computers and online resources.
Operating knowledge of and experience with typical office equipment, such as telephones, copiers, fax machines, email, etc.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Listed below are the essential tasks required for this job.

Job Tasks Descriptions

1. Provide support to special education students in the regular and special education classrooms. Supports may include:

assisting students by adapting work,
monitoring and enforcing social and acceptable behavior,
implementing health care plans, toileting assistant, academic support etc.
Assist children in the cafeteria, at recess or any other time help is required, including getting on and off the bus.
Assist in crisis situations often involving physically aggressive students including, but not limited to, restraining and documentation.
If working with behavior students, trained in CPI and understands the rules and regulations pertaining to management of behaviors and protocol safeguards.
Implement specialized therapy programs.
Leaning, bending, reaching, over work space to use proximity and support for a child working.

These supports are defined in student IEPs and are provided under the direct supervision of the case manager/teacher.

2. Assist students with classroom activities. Assist with curriculum instructional delivery to both individual and small groups to ensure mastery of subjects.

3. Assist teacher(s) with grading, attendance and instructional centers, etc. Assist in preparing materials; laminating, copying, filing, etc.

4. Mentor, support and assist students with a variety of abilities and disabilities to become competent, independent adults.

6. Assist injured or sick students to health room.

7. Cover classroom for short periods (i.e. up to 30 minutes) when the teacher is called out of the classroom for staff meetings or other reasons.

8. Assist with assessment testing and monitoring of student performance.

9. Perform other duties as assigned.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES	Amount of Time
PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES	None	Under 1/3	1/3 to 2/3	Over 2/3
Stand	.	.	X	.
Walk	.	.	X	.
Sit	.	.	X	.
Use hands to finger, handle or feel	.	.	.	X

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES	Amount of Time
PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES	None	Under 1/3	1/3 to 2/3	Over 2/3
Reach with hands and arms	.	.	.	X
Climb or balance	.	.	X	.
Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl	.	.	.	X
Talk	.	.	.	X
Hear	.	.	.	X
Taste	X	.	.	.
Smell	X	.	.	.

WEIGHT AND FORCE DEMANDS	Amount of Time
WEIGHT AND FORCE DEMANDS	None	Under 1/3	1/3 to 2/3	Over 2/3
Up to 10 pounds	.	.	X	.
Up to 25 pounds	.	.	X	.
Up to 50 pounds	.	X	.	.
Up to 100 pounds	X	.	.	.
More than 100 pounds	X	.	.	.

MENTAL FUNCTIONS	Amount of Time
MENTAL FUNCTIONS	None	Under 1/3	1/3 to 2/3	Over 2/3
Compare	.	.	.	X
Analyze	.	.	.	X
Communicate	.	.	.	X
Copy	.	.	X	.
Coordinate	X	.	.	.
Instruct	.	.	X	.
Compute	X	.	.	.
Synthesize	X	.	.	.
Evaluate	.	.	.	X
Use Interpersonal Skills	.	.	.	X
Compile	.	.	.	X
Negotiate	.	.	X	.

WORK ENVIRONMENT	Amount of Time
WORK ENVIRONMENT	None	Under 1/3	1/3 to 2/3	Over 2/3
Wet or humid conditions (non-weather)	X	.	.	.
Work near moving mechanical parts	X	.	.	.
Work in high, precarious places	X	.	.	.
Fumes or airborne particles	X	.	.	.
Toxic or caustic chemicals	X	.	.	.
Outdoor weather conditions	.	.	X	.
Extreme cold (non-weather)	X	.	.	.
Extreme heat (non-weather)	X	.	.	.
Risk of electrical shock	X	.	.	.
Work with explosives	X	.	.	.
Risk of radiation	X	.	.	.
Vibration	X	.	.	.

VISION DEMANDS	REQUIRED TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB
No special vision requirements	.
Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less)	X
Distance vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more)	X
Color vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors)	X
Peripheral vision	X
Depth perception	.
Ability to adjust focus	X

NOISE LEVEL	Level of noise typical in the work environment for this job
Very quiet	.
Quiet	.
Moderate	X
Loud	X
Very loud	.

Boone Community School District is an equal opportunity employer. If you have questions or a grieveance, contact the BCSD Equity Coordinator Mrs. Jill Janes, jjanes@boone.k12.ia.us, at BCSD, 500 7th Stret, Boone, Iowa 50036; (515) 433-0750

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Special Education Associate at Ledges

JobID: 612

Position Type:
Support Staff/Special Education Associate

Date Posted:
7/18/2024

Location:
Ledges Elementary School

Date Available:
08/16/2024

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SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSOCIATE - 1:1

Title: Special Education Associate	Status: Non-Exempt, Hourly
Reports To: Building Principal & Supervising Teacher	Pay Schedule: SpEd Associate
Prepared/Revised Date: 2020	Work Year: 9 months

Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, Term Life Insurance available. Click here for more information:

SUMMARY:

EDUCATION AND RELATED WORK EXPERIENCE:

High school diploma or equivalent
No experience required; experience preferred in: Working with children.

TECHNICAL SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES:

Oral and written communication skills and English language skills.
Interpersonal relations skills.
Computer, keyboarding and word processing skills.
Customer service and public relations skills.
Critical thinking and problem solving skills.
Organizational skills.
Ability to maintain confidentiality in all aspects of the job.
Ability to manage multiple priorities.
Ability to manage multiple tasks with frequent interruptions.
Ability to diffuse and manage volatile and stressful situations.
Ability to promote and follow building and departmental policies
Apply and follow all school district policies and state of Iowa laws.

MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT OPERATING KNOWLEDGE:

Operating knowledge of and experience with personal computers and online resources.
Operating knowledge of and experience with typical office equipment, such as telephones, copiers, fax machines, email, etc.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Listed below are the essential tasks required for this job.

Job Tasks Descriptions

1. Provide support to special education students in the regular and special education classrooms. Supports may include:

assisting students by adapting work,
monitoring and enforcing social and acceptable behavior,
implementing health care plans, toileting assistant, academic support etc.
Assist children in the cafeteria, at recess or any other time help is required, including getting on and off the bus.
Assist in crisis situations often involving physically aggressive students including, but not limited to, restraining and documentation.
If working with behavior students, trained in CPI and understands the rules and regulations pertaining to management of behaviors and protocol safeguards.
Implement specialized therapy programs.
Leaning, bending, reaching, over work space to use proximity and support for a child working.

These supports are defined in student IEPs and are provided under the direct supervision of the case manager/teacher.

2. Assist students with classroom activities. Assist with curriculum instructional delivery to both individual and small groups to ensure mastery of subjects.

3. Assist teacher(s) with grading, attendance and instructional centers, etc. Assist in preparing materials; laminating, copying, filing, etc.

4. Mentor, support and assist students with a variety of abilities and disabilities to become competent, independent adults.

6. Assist injured or sick students to health room.

7. Cover classroom for short periods (i.e. up to 30 minutes) when the teacher is called out of the classroom for staff meetings or other reasons.

8. Assist with assessment testing and monitoring of student performance.

9. Perform other duties as assigned.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES	Amount of Time
PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES	None	Under 1/3	1/3 to 2/3	Over 2/3
Stand	.	.	X	.
Walk	.	.	X	.
Sit	.	.	X	.
Use hands to finger, handle or feel	.	.	.	X

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES	Amount of Time
PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES	None	Under 1/3	1/3 to 2/3	Over 2/3
Reach with hands and arms	.	.	.	X
Climb or balance	.	.	X	.
Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl	.	.	.	X
Talk	.	.	.	X
Hear	.	.	.	X
Taste	X	.	.	.
Smell	X	.	.	.

WEIGHT AND FORCE DEMANDS	Amount of Time
WEIGHT AND FORCE DEMANDS	None	Under 1/3	1/3 to 2/3	Over 2/3
Up to 10 pounds	.	.	X	.
Up to 25 pounds	.	.	X	.
Up to 50 pounds	.	X	.	.
Up to 100 pounds	X	.	.	.
More than 100 pounds	X	.	.	.

MENTAL FUNCTIONS	Amount of Time
MENTAL FUNCTIONS	None	Under 1/3	1/3 to 2/3	Over 2/3
Compare	.	.	.	X
Analyze	.	.	.	X
Communicate	.	.	.	X
Copy	.	.	X	.
Coordinate	X	.	.	.
Instruct	.	.	X	.
Compute	X	.	.	.
Synthesize	X	.	.	.
Evaluate	.	.	.	X
Use Interpersonal Skills	.	.	.	X
Compile	.	.	.	X
Negotiate	.	.	X	.

WORK ENVIRONMENT	Amount of Time
WORK ENVIRONMENT	None	Under 1/3	1/3 to 2/3	Over 2/3
Wet or humid conditions (non-weather)	X	.	.	.
Work near moving mechanical parts	X	.	.	.
Work in high, precarious places	X	.	.	.
Fumes or airborne particles	X	.	.	.
Toxic or caustic chemicals	X	.	.	.
Outdoor weather conditions	.	.	X	.
Extreme cold (non-weather)	X	.	.	.
Extreme heat (non-weather)	X	.	.	.
Risk of electrical shock	X	.	.	.
Work with explosives	X	.	.	.
Risk of radiation	X	.	.	.
Vibration	X	.	.	.

VISION DEMANDS	REQUIRED TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB
No special vision requirements	.
Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less)	X
Distance vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more)	X
Color vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors)	X
Peripheral vision	X
Depth perception	.
Ability to adjust focus	X

NOISE LEVEL	Level of noise typical in the work environment for this job
Very quiet	.
Quiet	.
Moderate	X
Loud	X
Very loud	.

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