Substitute Special Ed Para-Educator

POSITION DESCRIPTION: Under general supervision perform a wide variety of instructional support services for special EEssential DutiesAs directed by supervising certificated staff member implement learning activities for pupils E; assist studentsin using instructional materials and equipment E; perform related clerical duties E; prepare/copy instructional materials as directed by the certificated staff member E; provide tutoring as directed E; assist in general supervision and discipline of students E; inform the teacher of student progress and work E; maintain confidentiality of information about students and parents E; assist students with personal needs including health needs when required (Special Education)-may require lifting of student E; assist certificated staff members implement IEP and ELD learning activities E; Other duties as assigned EKNOWLEDGE OF:Correct usage of English language grammar spelling writing and mathematical computations maps charts and other reference materials; school discipline rule and policiesABILITY TO:Operate common machines to prepare instructional materials; meet and interact with parents public andstudents in a tactful and courteous manner; establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationship; understand and carry out oral and written instructions; supervise and discipline students interact with a culturally diverse communityPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:Performs work which is primarily in a classroom or playground setting may occasionally accompany students and teachers on field trips off school site; requires mobility of arms to reach and dexterity of hands to grasp andmanipulate small objects (keyboard telephone and common office machines) ; requires vision (which may be corrected) to read small print; requires the mobility to stand walk stoop reach and bend; requires liftingpushing and/or pulling books supplies equipment (mobility equipment) a