Purpose Statement
The job of Education Support Specialist (JC607) is done for the purpose / s of assisting in the supervision and instruction of students in special areas (e.
g. severe physical,behavioral, cognitive or vision disabilities; hearing screenings; language translation, preschool, middle school, etc.
under the supervision of assigned certified staff; observing and documenting student progress; assisting students by providing for special health care, social development, learning and language needs;
and providing progress monitoring to assigned certified staff.
This job reports to the Principal
Essential Functions
Assists students with various disabilities, under the direction of certified staff (e.g. language, hearing, behavioral, cognitive, vision, physical, etc.
for the purpose of addressing specific student issues, supporting learning and social development, and allowing students to function and excel in a school environment with use of adaptive equipment and assistance with toileting, diapering, tube feeding, etc.
Assists certified staff with implementation and supervision of a variety of instructional activities (e.g. individual students and small groups in academic subjects, social / behavioral skills, daily living skills;
writing and / or language / verbal skills, lessons, remediation, hearing and vision testing, etc.) for the purpose of reinforcing learning objectives, and ensuring student safety and success in school.
for the purpose of documenting activities, ensuring availability of learning materials, and providing historical documentation in compliance with District, state and federal requirements.
Monitors students within a variety of activities (e.g. restrooms, playgrounds, hallways, library, cafeteria, bus stops, study hall, locker room, classroom, field trips, assemblies, etc.
for the purpose of modeling appropriate behavior / social skills and providing a safe and positive learning environment in school or community.
for the purpose of implementing student physical, and intellectual development.
Responds to emergency situations and potential conflicts with students (e.g. injured students, health-related issues, verbal / physical conflicts, natural disasters, etc.
for the purpose of de-escalating behaviors, modeling positive behaviors, and directing the situation toward a positive outcome (e.
g. resolving immediate safety concerns or referring to appropriate party for resolution).
Other Functions
Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.
Education : High school graduation or GED
Certificates & Licenses : Highly qualified