Program Assistant - Learning Center
About the Employer
Skills
• Ability to support students with significant deficits in communication, language/comprehension, adaptive/daily living skills, and academic skills.
• Ability to implement proactive, positive, and consistent behavior support strategies as directed by the classroom teacher and student support team.
• Strong communication, teamwork, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work as an effective member of a team to provide coordinated and consistent instructional and behavioral support.
• Ability to maintain open and professional communication with teachers and staff and communicate relevant student observations, concerns, and progress.
• Willingness and ability to accept direction, implement team decisions, and follow through consistently with established plans and procedures.
• Ability to safely implement approved physical safety procedures, including crisis intervention, restraint, and/or protective holds, as trained and directed by the district.
• Commitment to maintaining a safe, respectful, and supportive learning environment for all students and staff.
Job Goal(s)
The overall job goal of the Resource Room Program Assistant is to work with the classroom teacher in carrying out the instructional program for each student in the assigned class.
Location of Work
Bert Goens Learning Center 705 South Paw Paw Street Lawrence, MI 49064
Education
High school diploma required. Associates degree or completion of two years' college equal to 60 semester hours is preferred.
Work Experience
Two years' experience as a Program Assistant or specialized training (CPI/TCI) preferred.
Demonstrate Effective Instructional Practices and Interactions with Students
Demonstrate effective instructional practices and interactions with students.
Demonstrate Effective Classroom Management and Proactive Behavior Support Strategies
Demonstrate effective classroom management and proactive behavior support strategies.
Follow Teacher Direction, Written Lesson Plans, IEPs, and Established Programming
Follow teacher direction, written lesson plans, IEPs, and established programming when working with students individually and in groups.
Assist the Teacher with Classroom Preparation, Organization, Materials, and Instructional Activities
Assist the teacher with classroom preparation, organization, materials, and instructional activities.
Assist with Monitoring, Documenting, and Maintaining Data Regarding Student Progress
Assist with monitoring, documenting, and maintaining data regarding student progress toward identified objectives.
Assist Students with Personal Care and Daily Living Needs
Assist students with personal care and daily living needs, including toileting, dressing, feeding, and other activities of daily living, as appropriate.
Assist with the Implementation of Established Instructional and Behavioral Procedures and Collect Data Regarding Their Effectiveness
Assist with the implementation of established instructional and behavioral procedures and collect data regarding their effectiveness.
Communicate Effectively with Teachers, Ancillary Staff, Administrators, Families, and Other Members of the Educational Team
Communicate effectively with teachers, ancillary staff, administrators, families, and other members of the educational team.
Safely and Appropriately Transition and Accompany Students to Designated Locations
Safely and appropriately transition and accompany students to designated locations, programming, transportation, and other activities in a timely manner.
Participate in Learning Center Evening and After-School Activities
Participate in learning center evening and after-school activities, as assigned and/or applicable to the program.
Participate in Professional Development, Staff Meetings, and Other Team Activities
Participate in professional development, staff meetings, and other team activities as appropriate.
Demonstrate Reliable Attendance and Punctuality
Demonstrate reliable attendance and punctuality.
Maintain Confidentiality and Demonstrate Ethical Handling of Student, Family, and Program Information
Maintain confidentiality and demonstrate ethical handling of student, family, and program information.
Participate in the Crisis Intervention Team
Participate in the crisis intervention team, including completion of required training and implementation of approved crisis intervention procedures, as assigned.
Adhere to All Van Buren ISD Policies, Procedures, Safety Practices, and Expectations
Adhere to all Van Buren ISD policies, procedures, safety practices, and expectations.
Complete Assigned Responsibilities Within Established Timelines and Communicate Proactively Regarding Any Barriers to Completion
Complete assigned responsibilities within established timelines and communicate proactively regarding any barriers to completion.
Perform Other Duties as Assigned by the Learning Center Principal
Perform other duties as assigned by the learning center principal.
General Responsibilities
• Lead by example using VBISD guiding principles: respect, integrity, compassion, and excellence.
• Adhere to policies and procedures of the Van Buren ISD.
• Complete assigned responsibilities within agreed upon time lines.
• Perform additional tasks, responsibilities, and duties as assigned by the principal, director of special education, and the superintendent.
Terms of Employment
As per master agreement and provisions established by the Van Buren Board of Education.
Availability
This posting and our online application can be found on the Van Buren ISD's website at www.vbisd.org under employment. If you do not have access to a computer with internet access, you may use a computer at VBISD by calling 269-539-5218.
Position Status
Position is open until filled.
Internal Application
In-house staff must fill out the online internal application.