Substitute Special Education Instructional Assistant - Part-time
District-wide
Under supervision, to assist teachers in classroom operations; to instruct students in special education who have severe and multiple disabilities; performs routine clerical duties; and to perform related work as required.
Knowledge of: Child development and behavior of students with severe mental and physical disabilities; physical therapy for the orthopedically and neurologically impaired; special classroom safety, sanitation and laundry procedures; elements of student behavior control; personal hygiene and mental health practices; ambulatory equipment; record keeping techniques; basic first aid.
Ability to: Communicate with students who have limited ability to communicate; learn to teach students who have special learning needs; recognize emotional and physical changes in students with disabilities; recognize oncoming seizures in students having epilepsy; maintain emotional control under difficult situations; recognize hazards to safety; perform basic first aid, as needed; perform routine clerical work; maintain routine records accurately; operate a vehicle observing legal and defensive driving practices; understand and carry out oral and written instructions; establish and maintain effective proactive relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Possession of a high school diploma or equivalent certificate, a valid driver's license issued by the state of residence, and an original Social Security Card. Possession of a current first aid certificate may be required.
Strength: Heavy Work - Lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling 100 pounds maximum with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to 50 pounds. Incumbent must be in good physical condition and must take a physical examination at the District's expense. Incumbent will have the option of the Hepatitis B Virus (H.B.V.) vaccine at the District's expense. Must report to work on campus/assigned site.
Notice of Non-Discrimination: The Carson City School District does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, or on any other basis protected by state or federal law, and it provides equal access to the Boy Scouts of America and other designated youth groups. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the District's non-discrimination policies: Title IX and 504 Coordinator, 1402 W. King Street, Carson City, NV 89703, .