Summary

Under the direction of the principal, this position works extensively with small groups of students to help them improve specific reading and math concepts & skills. This person may also substitute for teachers when the teachers are absent. This person will be assigned specifically to the Special Education department to support students.

Description

10 Month – Exempt – Union Eligible

Responsibilities

  • Provides direct instruction to students identified as eligible for reading and/or math services in individual, and/or small group settings.
  • Uses identified needs to guide the learning process toward student achievement of school’s reading and math content standards.
  • Uses a variety of reading and math materials to support content standards and the needs and capabilities of the individuals or student groups involved.
  • Promotes an environment and program of study that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students.
  • Assists the implementation of all policies and rules governing student life and conduct in a fair and just manner.
  • Builds rapport and becomes familiar with students through daily interaction
  • Assists students on a regular basis and provides progress reports/data as required.
  • Able to use conversational Hmong for communicating with families, such as conferences, phone calls home for reminders, and as needed
  • Knowledge of Hmong culture and issues facing Southeast Asian communities, especially Hmong families
  • Commitment to building the strengths of immigrant/refugee families
  • Experience and aptitude working with children
  • Patient with the ability to calmly and clearly communicate with students, staff, and parents
  • Demonstrates multi-cultural experience and ability to communicate with limited English speakers
  • Demonstrates superior judgment in all aspects of work
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, while also being a strong team player
  • Familiarity and comfort with electronic forms of communication
  • Ability to multi-task and handle high volume of interruptions
  • Ability to meet deadlines and hold oneself accountable to meeting deadlines
  • Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor
  • Assist with transportation as assigned.
  • Support Special Education case manager or case worker with the Special Education department to support students with specific IEP needs

Qualifications

  • AA degree; preferred BA degree
  • Prefer experience in reading and/or math instruction.