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Openings as of 4/13/2025
Support Staff

Instructional Assistant

JobID: 2155

Position Type:
  Support Staff/Instructional Assistant


Date Posted:
  3/24/2025


Location:
  Emmaus High School


Closing Date:
  04/30/2025


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Hours:
29 Hours/Week


JOB DESCRIPTION
Title:  Instructional Assistant
Organizational / Labor Relationship:  Collective Bargaining Agreement – East Penn School District and Administrative Assistant and Instructional/Staff Assistant Employees
Status (FLSA):  Non-exempt, 10 month position, Instructional Assistants can work on normal student days
Reporting Relationships:  Ascending – building administrator; Descending – none
Evaluation:  Instructional Assistants are reviewed after the initial 90 days of employment and annually thereafter by the building administrator
Position Summary:  An Instructional Assistant supports and assists the academic or physical needs of students with special needs in instructional programs and services. The support and assistance includes one-on-one or group review of material taught by certificated staff, classroom management and implementation of positive behavior support plans.
Qualifications:  Experience working in an educational setting, preferred

Education/Certification
1. High School Diploma or GED Equivalent, and
2. Must acquire and maintain a current and active CPR and basic first aid certification, and
3. Meet one of the requirements below:
   1. Have completed at least two (2) years of post secondary study;
   2. Possess an associates degree or higher;
   3. Meet a rigorous standard of quality as demonstrated through a State or local assessment; or
   4. “Para Educator Credential of Competency” as issued by PDE

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities
1. Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition and grammar
2. Ability to effectively communicate with students, staff, parents, and administrators
3. Ability to build and maintain working relationships and positive rapport with students, staff, parents and administrators
4. Ability to organize and plan effectively
5. Ability to attend work regularly at assigned work hours subject to lawful leave rights and responsibilities
6. Ability to use all applicable technological equipment and software to support student learning
7. Ability and knowledge to use technology to communicate with students, parents, staff, and administrators
8. Ability to carry out assigned tasks with limited supervision
9. Basic familiarity with adaptive and/or medical equipment as required for individual students
10. Understand and comply with confidentiality protocols
11. Understanding of foundations of special education
12. Understanding of diversity as related to disability, learning styles, and cultures
13. Understanding the process of delivery of instruction
14. Understanding learning environments and social interactions
15. Understanding components and reasons for assessment
16. Understanding of responsibility for professional and ethical practice demonstrated by fairness and impartiality
17. Understanding of the process of collaboration
18. Ability to perform basic clerical tasks
19. Knowledge of basic computer skills
20. Ability to maintain discipline of students in all school settings
21. Knowledge of operation of basic office machinery

Essential Functions / Duties / Responsibilities
1. Work with an individual or groups as directed by the classroom teacher to reinforce skill development
2. Work with individual, pairs, or groups of students to monitor or direct activities as directed by classroom teacher
3. If appropriate, monitor and tend to the physical needs of students as required.
4. Monitor students as necessary in all school settings including, but not limited to, cafeteria, hallways, library, classrooms, study halls, on and off bus, etc.
5. Complete clerical duties such as copying, assembling, laminating, answering phones, etc… as assigned by the classroom teacher
6. Other duties as assigned by classroom teacher or building administrator(s).
7. Provide a safe, secure and positive educational environment through appropriate student supervision and intervention
8. Assist with an individual student or groups of students as required by the IEP or the School District to reinforce educational skill development including but not limited to academic content areas and/or daily living skills
9. Use strategies and follow protocols for behavior management to meet the unique needs of each individual student as required by IEP and/or Employer
10. Prepare, adapt and modify educational materials and supplies to enhance student understanding and learning
11. Attend and complete successfully all staff development trainings and/or meetings as required by the employer
12. Practice appropriate hygienic precautions for student, self and the work environment
13. Twenty (20) hours of staff development activities related to assignment completed annually between July 1st and June 30th each year in accordance CHAPTER 14
14. Demonstrated ability to work with school age students
15. This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to perform other duties as assigned
 
Physical Requirements
1. Ability to stand, bend, stoop, sit, lift, reach, communicate (vision, hearing, and speech), carry or convey sufficient weight to safely and effectively carry out functions, duties, and responsibilities
2. Ability to independently ambulate in and around school buildings and office areas
3. Ability to travel to and from assigned work locations without employer support
4. Is able to independently read, write, speak and comprehend the English language
5. Ability to lift, position, transport and maneuver students as needed
6. Ability to physically restrain student in accordance with District protocols

This job description may be updated and/or altered at the sole discretion of the employer.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function / duty / responsibility at acceptable standards as set by the employer. In accordance with both state and/or federal law, reasonable accommodations will be considered upon employee request.

EOE
 




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Openings as of 4/13/2025
Support Staff

Instructional Assistant - Autistic Support

JobID: 2160

Position Type:
  Support Staff/Instructional Assistant


Date Posted:
  3/31/2025


Location:
  Emmaus High School


Closing Date:
  04/30/2025


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Hours:
29 Hours/Week


JOB DESCRIPTION
Title:  Instructional Assistant
Organizational / Labor Relationship:  Collective Bargaining Agreement – East Penn School District and Administrative Assistant and Instructional/Staff Assistant Employees
Status (FLSA):  Non-exempt, 10 month position, Instructional Assistants can work on normal student days
Reporting Relationships:  Ascending – building administrator; Descending – none
Evaluation:  Instructional Assistants are reviewed after the initial 90 days of employment and annually thereafter by the building administrator
Position Summary:  An Instructional Assistant supports and assists the academic or physical needs of students with special needs in instructional programs and services. The support and assistance includes one-on-one or group review of material taught by certificated staff, classroom management and implementation of positive behavior support plans.
Qualifications:  Experience working in an educational setting, preferred

Education/Certification
1. High School Diploma or GED Equivalent, and
2. Must acquire and maintain a current and active CPR and basic first aid certification, and
3. Meet one of the requirements below:
   1. Have completed at least two (2) years of post secondary study;
   2. Possess an associates degree or higher;
   3. Meet a rigorous standard of quality as demonstrated through a State or local assessment; or
   4. “Para Educator Credential of Competency” as issued by PDE

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities
1. Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition and grammar
2. Ability to effectively communicate with students, staff, parents, and administrators
3. Ability to build and maintain working relationships and positive rapport with students, staff, parents and administrators
4. Ability to organize and plan effectively
5. Ability to attend work regularly at assigned work hours subject to lawful leave rights and responsibilities
6. Ability to use all applicable technological equipment and software to support student learning
7. Ability and knowledge to use technology to communicate with students, parents, staff, and administrators
8. Ability to carry out assigned tasks with limited supervision
9. Basic familiarity with adaptive and/or medical equipment as required for individual students
10. Understand and comply with confidentiality protocols
11. Understanding of foundations of special education
12. Understanding of diversity as related to disability, learning styles, and cultures
13. Understanding the process of delivery of instruction
14. Understanding learning environments and social interactions
15. Understanding components and reasons for assessment
16. Understanding of responsibility for professional and ethical practice demonstrated by fairness and impartiality
17. Understanding of the process of collaboration
18. Ability to perform basic clerical tasks
19. Knowledge of basic computer skills
20. Ability to maintain discipline of students in all school settings
21. Knowledge of operation of basic office machinery

Essential Functions / Duties / Responsibilities
1. Work with an individual or groups as directed by the classroom teacher to reinforce skill development
2. Work with individual, pairs, or groups of students to monitor or direct activities as directed by classroom teacher
3. If appropriate, monitor and tend to the physical needs of students as required.
4. Monitor students as necessary in all school settings including, but not limited to, cafeteria, hallways, library, classrooms, study halls, on and off bus, etc.
5. Complete clerical duties such as copying, assembling, laminating, answering phones, etc… as assigned by the classroom teacher
6. Other duties as assigned by classroom teacher or building administrator(s).
7. Provide a safe, secure and positive educational environment through appropriate student supervision and intervention
8. Assist with an individual student or groups of students as required by the IEP or the School District to reinforce educational skill development including but not limited to academic content areas and/or daily living skills
9. Use strategies and follow protocols for behavior management to meet the unique needs of each individual student as required by IEP and/or Employer
10. Prepare, adapt and modify educational materials and supplies to enhance student understanding and learning
11. Attend and complete successfully all staff development trainings and/or meetings as required by the employer
12. Practice appropriate hygienic precautions for student, self and the work environment
13. Twenty (20) hours of staff development activities related to assignment completed annually between July 1st and June 30th each year in accordance CHAPTER 14
14. Demonstrated ability to work with school age students
15. This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to perform other duties as assigned
 
Physical Requirements
1. Ability to stand, bend, stoop, sit, lift, reach, communicate (vision, hearing, and speech), carry or convey sufficient weight to safely and effectively carry out functions, duties, and responsibilities
2. Ability to independently ambulate in and around school buildings and office areas
3. Ability to travel to and from assigned work locations without employer support
4. Is able to independently read, write, speak and comprehend the English language
5. Ability to lift, position, transport and maneuver students as needed
6. Ability to physically restrain student in accordance with District protocols

This job description may be updated and/or altered at the sole discretion of the employer.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function / duty / responsibility at acceptable standards as set by the employer. In accordance with both state and/or federal law, reasonable accommodations will be considered upon employee request.

EOE
 




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Openings as of 4/13/2025
Support Staff

Instructional Assistant - Emotional Support

JobID: 2167

Position Type:
  Support Staff/Instructional Assistant


Date Posted:
  4/10/2025


Location:
  Emmaus High School


Closing Date:
  04/16/2025


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Hours:
29 Hours/Week


JOB DESCRIPTION
Title:  Instructional Assistant
Organizational / Labor Relationship:  Collective Bargaining Agreement – East Penn School District and Administrative Assistant and Instructional/Staff Assistant Employees
Status (FLSA):  Non-exempt, 10 month position, Instructional Assistants can work on normal student days
Reporting Relationships:  Ascending – building administrator; Descending – none
Evaluation:  Instructional Assistants are reviewed after the initial 90 days of employment and annually thereafter by the building administrator
Position Summary:  An Instructional Assistant supports and assists the academic or physical needs of students with special needs in instructional programs and services. The support and assistance includes one-on-one or group review of material taught by certificated staff, classroom management and implementation of positive behavior support plans.
Qualifications:  Experience working in an educational setting, preferred

Education/Certification
1. High School Diploma or GED Equivalent, and
2. Must acquire and maintain a current and active CPR and basic first aid certification, and
3. Meet one of the requirements below:
   1. Have completed at least two (2) years of post secondary study;
   2. Possess an associates degree or higher;
   3. Meet a rigorous standard of quality as demonstrated through a State or local assessment; or
   4. “Para Educator Credential of Competency” as issued by PDE

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities
1. Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition and grammar
2. Ability to effectively communicate with students, staff, parents, and administrators
3. Ability to build and maintain working relationships and positive rapport with students, staff, parents and administrators
4. Ability to organize and plan effectively
5. Ability to attend work regularly at assigned work hours subject to lawful leave rights and responsibilities
6. Ability to use all applicable technological equipment and software to support student learning
7. Ability and knowledge to use technology to communicate with students, parents, staff, and administrators
8. Ability to carry out assigned tasks with limited supervision
9. Basic familiarity with adaptive and/or medical equipment as required for individual students
10. Understand and comply with confidentiality protocols
11. Understanding of foundations of special education
12. Understanding of diversity as related to disability, learning styles, and cultures
13. Understanding the process of delivery of instruction
14. Understanding learning environments and social interactions
15. Understanding components and reasons for assessment
16. Understanding of responsibility for professional and ethical practice demonstrated by fairness and impartiality
17. Understanding of the process of collaboration
18. Ability to perform basic clerical tasks
19. Knowledge of basic computer skills
20. Ability to maintain discipline of students in all school settings
21. Knowledge of operation of basic office machinery

Essential Functions / Duties / Responsibilities
1. Work with an individual or groups as directed by the classroom teacher to reinforce skill development
2. Work with individual, pairs, or groups of students to monitor or direct activities as directed by classroom teacher
3. If appropriate, monitor and tend to the physical needs of students as required.
4. Monitor students as necessary in all school settings including, but not limited to, cafeteria, hallways, library, classrooms, study halls, on and off bus, etc.
5. Complete clerical duties such as copying, assembling, laminating, answering phones, etc… as assigned by the classroom teacher
6. Other duties as assigned by classroom teacher or building administrator(s).
7. Provide a safe, secure and positive educational environment through appropriate student supervision and intervention
8. Assist with an individual student or groups of students as required by the IEP or the School District to reinforce educational skill development including but not limited to academic content areas and/or daily living skills
9. Use strategies and follow protocols for behavior management to meet the unique needs of each individual student as required by IEP and/or Employer
10. Prepare, adapt and modify educational materials and supplies to enhance student understanding and learning
11. Attend and complete successfully all staff development trainings and/or meetings as required by the employer
12. Practice appropriate hygienic precautions for student, self and the work environment
13. Twenty (20) hours of staff development activities related to assignment completed annually between July 1st and June 30th each year in accordance CHAPTER 14
14. Demonstrated ability to work with school age students
15. This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to perform other duties as assigned
 
Physical Requirements
1. Ability to stand, bend, stoop, sit, lift, reach, communicate (vision, hearing, and speech), carry or convey sufficient weight to safely and effectively carry out functions, duties, and responsibilities
2. Ability to independently ambulate in and around school buildings and office areas
3. Ability to travel to and from assigned work locations without employer support
4. Is able to independently read, write, speak and comprehend the English language
5. Ability to lift, position, transport and maneuver students as needed
6. Ability to physically restrain student in accordance with District protocols

This job description may be updated and/or altered at the sole discretion of the employer.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function / duty / responsibility at acceptable standards as set by the employer. In accordance with both state and/or federal law, reasonable accommodations will be considered upon employee request.

EOE
 




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Openings as of 4/13/2025
Support Staff

Remedial Assistant (2025 - 2026)

JobID: 2168

Position Type:
  Support Staff/Remedial Assistant


Date Posted:
  4/10/2025


Location:
  Lower Macungie Middle School


Closing Date:
  04/16/2025


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Hours:
29 Hours/Week


JOB DESCRIPTION
Title:  Remedial Assistant
Organizational / Labor Relationship:  None
Status (FLSA):  10 month position, non-exempt, hourly
Reporting Relationships:  Ascending – Principal; descending - none
Position Summary:  The Remedial Assistant works at the specific direction of the professional staff in providing remedial students with supportive and supplemental instructional assistance in the area of reading and mathematics.  The Remedial Assistant is not a professional employee as defined by the Pennsylvania School Code.
Education: Associates Degree required.  Bachelors’ degree and teaching credentials preferred.

Experience:
 
1. Some experience in working with school-age children
2. Work experience in public schools preferred
Knowledge / Skills / Abilities
1. Possesses a valid Pennsylvania driver’s license at all times
2. Can independently travel between locations in the East Penn School District without public transportation
3. Ability to independently read, write, speak and listen in the English language commensurate with normal expectations of a paraprofessional
4. Bi-lingual preferred
Essential Functions / Duties / Responsibilities
1. Assist students as they work with learning activities and materials prepared by the Title I professional staff
2. Provide supplemental instructional assistance for students through the review and reinforcement of reading and mathematics skills
3. Maintain a portfolio of prescriptions for each student and provide written progress reports on a regular basis
4. Attend all scheduled Remedial Assistant meetings
5. Complete all Remedial Assistant Federal paperwork as required
Physical Requirements
1. Ability to stand, bend, stoop, sit, lift, reach, communicate (vision, hearing, and speech), carry or convey sufficient weight to safely and effectively carry out functions, duties, and responsibilities
2. Ability to independently ambulate in and around school buildings and office areas
3. Ability to travel to and from assigned work locations without employer support
 

This job description may be updated and/or altered at the sole discretion of the employer.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function / duty / responsibility at acceptable standards as set by the employer. In accordance with both state and/or federal law, reasonable accommodations will be considered upon employee request.

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Openings as of 4/13/2025
Support Staff

Remedial Assistant (2025 - 2026)

JobID: 2169

Position Type:
  Support Staff/Remedial Assistant


Date Posted:
  4/10/2025


Location:
  Lincoln Elementary School


Closing Date:
  4/16/2025


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Hours:
29 Hours/Week


JOB DESCRIPTION
Title:  Remedial Assistant
Organizational / Labor Relationship:  None
Status (FLSA):  10 month position, non-exempt, hourly
Reporting Relationships:  Ascending – Principal; descending - none
Position Summary:  The Remedial Assistant works at the specific direction of the professional staff in providing remedial students with supportive and supplemental instructional assistance in the area of reading and mathematics.  The Remedial Assistant is not a professional employee as defined by the Pennsylvania School Code.
Education: Associates Degree required.  Bachelors’ degree and teaching credentials preferred.
Experience:
 
1. Some experience in working with school-age children
2. Work experience in public schools preferred
Knowledge / Skills / Abilities
1. Possesses a valid Pennsylvania driver’s license at all times
2. Can independently travel between locations in the East Penn School District without public transportation
3. Ability to independently read, write, speak and listen in the English language commensurate with normal expectations of a paraprofessional
4. Available to work every Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm
5. Can calculate at least at a sixth grade level
6. Bi-lingual preferred
Essential Functions / Duties / Responsibilities
1. Provide supplemental instructional assistance for students through the review and reinforcement of reading and mathematics skills
2. Maintain a portfolio of prescriptions for each student and provide written progress reports on a regular basis
3. Attend all scheduled Remedial Assistant meetings
4. Complete all Remedial Assistant Federal paperwork as required
Physical Requirements
1. Ability to stand, bend, stoop, sit, lift, reach, communicate (vision, hearing, and speech), carry or convey sufficient weight to safely and effectively carry out functions, duties, and responsibilities
2. Ability to independently ambulate in and around school buildings and office areas
3. Ability to travel to and from assigned work locations without employer support
 

This job description may be updated and/or altered at the sole discretion of the employer.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function / duty / responsibility at acceptable standards as set by the employer. In accordance with both state and/or federal law, reasonable accommodations will be considered upon employee request.

EOE
 





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Openings as of 4/13/2025
Support Staff

Remedial Assistant (2025 - 2026)

JobID: 2162

Position Type:
  Support Staff/Remedial Assistant


Date Posted:
  4/1/2025


Location:
  Lower Macungie Middle School


Closing Date:
  04/30/2025


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Hours:
29 Hours/Week


JOB DESCRIPTION
Title:  Remedial Assistant
Organizational / Labor Relationship:  None
Status (FLSA):  10 month position, non-exempt, hourly
Reporting Relationships:  Ascending – Principal; descending - none
Position Summary:  The Remedial Assistant works at the specific direction of the professional staff in providing remedial students with supportive and supplemental instructional assistance in the area of reading and mathematics.  The Remedial Assistant is not a professional employee as defined by the Pennsylvania School Code.
Education: Associates Degree required.  Bachelors’ degree and teaching credentials preferred.

Experience:
 
1. Some experience in working with school-age children
2. Work experience in public schools preferred
Knowledge / Skills / Abilities
1. Possesses a valid Pennsylvania driver’s license at all times
2. Can independently travel between locations in the East Penn School District without public transportation
3. Ability to independently read, write, speak and listen in the English language commensurate with normal expectations of a paraprofessional
4. Bi-lingual preferred
Essential Functions / Duties / Responsibilities
1. Assist students as they work with learning activities and materials prepared by the Title I professional staff
2. Provide supplemental instructional assistance for students through the review and reinforcement of reading and mathematics skills
3. Maintain a portfolio of prescriptions for each student and provide written progress reports on a regular basis
4. Attend all scheduled Remedial Assistant meetings
5. Complete all Remedial Assistant Federal paperwork as required
Physical Requirements
1. Ability to stand, bend, stoop, sit, lift, reach, communicate (vision, hearing, and speech), carry or convey sufficient weight to safely and effectively carry out functions, duties, and responsibilities
2. Ability to independently ambulate in and around school buildings and office areas
3. Ability to travel to and from assigned work locations without employer support
 

This job description may be updated and/or altered at the sole discretion of the employer.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function / duty / responsibility at acceptable standards as set by the employer. In accordance with both state and/or federal law, reasonable accommodations will be considered upon employee request.

EOE
 





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Openings as of 4/13/2025
Support Staff

Staff Assistant

JobID: 2081

Position Type:
  Support Staff/Staff Assistant


Date Posted:
  11/6/2024


Location:
  Emmaus High School


Closing Date:
  4/30/2025


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Hours:
23 Hours/Week


JOB DESCRIPTION

Title:  Staff Assistant
Organizational / Labor Relationship:  Collective Bargaining Agreement – East Penn School District and Administrative Assistant and Instructional/Staff Assistant Employees
Status (FLSA):  Non-exempt, 10 month position, Staff Assistants can work on normal student days.
Reporting Relationships:  Ascending – building administrator; descending – none
Evaluation:  Staff Assistants are reviewed after the initial 90 days of employment and annually thereafter by the building administrator
Position Summary:  A Staff Assistant assists the professional staff in monitoring, discipline and other duties related to supporting all students.
Qualifications
Education:  High School Diploma or GED Equivalent

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities
1. Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition and grammar
2. Ability to effectively communicate with students, staff, parents, and administrators
3. Ability to build and maintain working relationships and positive rapport with students, staff, parents and administrators
4. Ability to organize and plan effectively
5. Ability to attend work regularly at assigned work hours subject to lawful leave rights and responsibilities
6. Ability to carry out assigned tasks with limited supervision
7. Understand and comply with confidentiality protocols
8. Understanding components and reasons for assessment
9. Understanding of responsibility for professional and ethical practice demonstrated by fairness and impartiality
10. Ability to perform basic clerical tasks
11. Knowledge of basic computer skills
12. Ability to maintain discipline of students in all school settings
13. Knowledge of operation of basic office machinery

Essential Functions / Duties / Responsibilities
1. Monitor students as necessary in all school settings including, but not limited to, cafeteria, hallways, library, classrooms, study halls, on and off bus, etc.
2. Complete clerical duties such as copying, assembling, laminating, answering phones, etc., as assigned by the classroom teacher
3. Other duties as assigned by classroom teacher or building administrator(s).
4. Completion of CPR and basic first aid certification
5. Provide a safe, secure and positive educational environment through appropriate student supervision and intervention
6. Attend and complete successfully all staff development trainings and/or meetings as required by the employer
7. Practice appropriate hygienic precautions for student, self and the work environment
8. Demonstrated ability to work with school age students
9. This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to perform other duties as assigned

Physical Requirements
1. Ability to stand, bend, stoop, sit, lift, reach, communicate (vision, hearing, and speech), carry or convey sufficient weight to safely and effectively carry out functions, duties, and responsibilities
2. Ability to independently ambulate in and around school buildings and office areas
3. Ability to travel to and from assigned work locations without employer support
4. Is able to independently read, write, speak and comprehend the English language

This job description may be updated and/or altered at the sole discretion of the employer.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function / duty / responsibility at acceptable standards as set by the employer. In accordance with both state and/or federal law, reasonable accommodations will be considered upon employee request.

EOE
 
 




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