Pathfinder K-8 - Special Education Assistant 1-1 (Distinct) - 1.0 FTE

Full-time Other-General

Overview Of Position This position serves as a 1-on-1 Special Education Instructional Assistant to a male student in a Distinct classroom, supporting a teenage student with down syndrome who is working primarily on community safety and social skills. His 1-on-1 would be expected to accompany him on community outings as well as help him continue academic instruction in the school. Student engages in elopement behaviors as well as some behaviors that will require training from the lead teacher in order to follow a behavior plan. The student is fun, relational, and requires a safe, trusting connection with an adult that can maintain firm boundaries, yet flexibility and the ability to encourage appropriate behavior. Responsibilities Candidate will need to provide support with elopement, restroom use, lifting student from the floor as needed, and during meal times and transitions. Behavioral and academic support with the student is necessary throughout the day. Student benefits from a calm,...