Classified: ESS Assistant

Summary

FTE: 1.0HOURS PER DAY: 8JOB DESCRIPTION: ESS AssistantTITLE: ESS Assistant FTE: 1.0FLSA STATUS: Non Exempt HOURS PER DAY: 8WORK CALENDAR: 198 daysCOMPENSATION: Classified Non Exempt Compensation Guide (Starting at $18.45/hour)Essential Duties And ResponsibilitiesTo assist site staff and parents requesting service regarding Special Education records and students in the programGreets and assists students and parents entering the Special Education Office for registrationProvides information concerning programs and procedures to students, parents, and the public according to prescribed protocolAnswers phones, screens calls, and relays messages to Special Education staffCreates/maintains files of Special Education records for each student according to District protocol.Creates/maintains a database of all Special Education students at each school site and prepares reports as requiredAssists with scheduling student/parent appointments, IEP's and 504 meetingsCalls/researches other information on students new to the school siteTranslates for students and parents, (if bilingual) as neededAssist teachers with meeting notices and documentation required for IEP and 504 meetingsProvides student's teachers with individualized educational plans in order to assist with complianceSecures timesheet signatures from paraprofessionals and department chairPrepares paraprofessional scheduleMaintains quality control of IEP's before sending to District officeProcesses teacher supply requestsMaintain confidentiality of information regarding students, staff, parents and school issuesProvide a welcoming atmosphere for students, staff, parents and communityPerform responsibilities in an ethical and professional mannerMaintain punctual and regular attendancePerform other related duties as assignedKnowledge, Skills And Abilities RequiredTo perform the job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The qualifications for this job description are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability requiredEducation / CertificateMust possess a high school diploma or equivalent.Must have and maintain a valid IVP Arizona Fingerprint Clearance CardExperienceMust possess an ability to deal effectively with matters of confidentiality.Must possess the ability to work cooperatively with parents, students, staff and the general public.Ability to function in stressful situations and respond with tact, composure and courtesy when dealing with others.Ability to acquire and apply information in related references (e.g., Governing Board policies and regulations, ESS procedures).Must be self-directed and capable of working in a collaborative decision-making management system.Must possess a pleasant personality and telephone manner.Must possess a loyalty to the school district and its philosophy.Must be 21 years of age or older upon hire.Communication SkillsBiliterate/bilingual in Spanish and English, preferred.Excellent written and oral communication skills.Computer SkillsMust possess the ability to operate a computer and standard office machines.Must possess ability to use or learn to use Individual Education Plan (IEP) softwareAbility to operate computer hardware and software in use in ESS at time of and adopted after hire (e.g., MS Word, MS Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, and iVISIONS).PHYSICAL DEMANDSProlonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computerAbility to regularly push, pull or lift weights up to 15 poundsSpecific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focusRegular talking and listening is requiredAbility to frequently stand, walk, bend, sitWORKING CONDITIONSMust be able to tolerate a semi-private working environmentMust be able to tolerate prolonged periods of sitting and computer work1-202 EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITYThe District provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, the District complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. The District expressly prohibits any form of workplace discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.1-202 EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITYThe District provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, the District complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. The District expressly prohibits any form of workplace discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.#J-18808-Ljbffr

Job Description

FTE: 1.0HOURS PER DAY: 8JOB DESCRIPTION: ESS AssistantTITLE: ESS Assistant FTE: 1.0FLSA STATUS: Non Exempt HOURS PER DAY: 8WORK CALENDAR: 198 daysCOMPENSATION: Classified Non Exempt Compensation Guide (Starting at $18.45/hour)Essential Duties And ResponsibilitiesTo assist site staff and parents requesting service regarding Special Education records and students in the programGreets and assists students and parents entering the Special Education Office for registrationProvides information concerning programs and procedures to students, parents, and the public according to prescribed protocolAnswers phones, screens calls, and relays messages to Special Education staffCreates/maintains files of Special Education records for each student according to District protocol.Creates/maintains a database of all Special Education students at each school site and prepares reports as requiredAssists with scheduling student/parent appointments, IEP's and 504 meetingsCalls/researches other information on students new to the school siteTranslates for students and parents, (if bilingual) as neededAssist teachers with meeting notices and documentation required for IEP and 504 meetingsProvides student's teachers with individualized educational plans in order to assist with complianceSecures timesheet signatures from paraprofessionals and department chairPrepares paraprofessional scheduleMaintains quality control of IEP's before sending to District officeProcesses teacher supply requestsMaintain confidentiality of information regarding students, staff, parents and school issuesProvide a welcoming atmosphere for students, staff, parents and communityPerform responsibilities in an ethical and professional mannerMaintain punctual and regular attendancePerform other related duties as assignedKnowledge, Skills And Abilities RequiredTo perform the job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The qualifications for this job description are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability requiredEducation / CertificateMust possess a high school diploma or equivalent.Must have and maintain a valid IVP Arizona Fingerprint Clearance CardExperienceMust possess an ability to deal effectively with matters of confidentiality.Must possess the ability to work cooperatively with parents, students, staff and the general public.Ability to function in stressful situations and respond with tact, composure and courtesy when dealing with others.Ability to acquire and apply information in related references (e.g., Governing Board policies and regulations, ESS procedures).Must be self-directed and capable of working in a collaborative decision-making management system.Must possess a pleasant personality and telephone manner.Must possess a loyalty to the school district and its philosophy.Must be 21 years of age or older upon hire.Communication SkillsBiliterate/bilingual in Spanish and English, preferred.Excellent written and oral communication skills.Computer SkillsMust possess the ability to operate a computer and standard office machines.Must possess ability to use or learn to use Individual Education Plan (IEP) softwareAbility to operate computer hardware and software in use in ESS at time of and adopted after hire (e.g., MS Word, MS Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, and iVISIONS).PHYSICAL DEMANDSProlonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computerAbility to regularly push, pull or lift weights up to 15 poundsSpecific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focusRegular talking and listening is requiredAbility to frequently stand, walk, bend, sitWORKING CONDITIONSMust be able to tolerate a semi-private working environmentMust be able to tolerate prolonged periods of sitting and computer work1-202 EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITYThe District provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, the District complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. The District expressly prohibits any form of workplace discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.1-202 EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITYThe District provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, the District complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. The District expressly prohibits any form of workplace discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.#J-18808-Ljbffr