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Burlington Community School District Special Education Student Support Professional in Burlington, Iowa
Special Education Student Support Professional JobID: 3439
Position Type:
Student Support Services
Date Posted:
12/9/2024
Location:
Aldo Leopold Intermediate School
Special Education Student Support Professional
BURLINGTON COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICTPosition Title: Special Education Student Support Professional Job Classification: Professional ServicesReports to: Building Principal Days: 187================================================================================QUALIFICATIONS- Bachelor’s Degree in Social/Human Services field, or a 2 year degree and five years of successful relatedwork experience, or equivalent qualifications.- Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) Certified, or willingness to be trained due to that CPI Certification is required.POSITION PURPOSEThis position will support the behavioral and social/emotional needs of special education students by utilizing traumainformed practices and supporting evidence based practices to enhance student learning and maximize the educationalopportunities available to each child.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES- Provide special education services to identified students, following the Individualized Education Plans andBehavior Intervention Plans including behavioral de-escalation and crisis intervention.- Engage in ongoing communication with Special Education Teachers, Principal, and other service providers.- Monitor and collect accurate data regarding student behavioral and educational progress using identified tools andprocedures.- Present a positive and professional image of the school and district to parents and convey to them the school’sgenuine concern with the education, growth and development of each child.- Use knowledge and understanding of the reciprocal influences of home, school, and community to support forstudent success via such practices as assessment, crisis intervention, home visits, conflict resolution, consultation,program development, dropout prevention, and coordination of school and community services as it applies toSpecial Education Students.- Participate in Behavior Focus IEP meetings and those which behavior supports may be considered.- Serves as a liaison between the school, families, and community services, by connecting Special Educationstudents to building student assistance teams and Special Education resources appropriate to their needs.- Prioritize and support special education high need behavior cases.- Monthly participation of Special Education Leadership Team meetings.- Model and coach the use of evidence based behavioral and social/emotional practices for school personnel with astrong focus on special education teachers/paraprofessionals.- Support Chapter 103 documentation and debrief meetings.- Follow policies, procedures, standards and rules in accordance with national and state laws, the Iowa Dept. ofEducation and the Burlington Community School District, including maintaining strict confidentiality regardingstudent disabilities and services.- Develop relationships with students, school personnel and families.- Work collaboratively as a member of a broader support team including building, district and AEA staff.- Keep sufficient records for use by school staff and outside agencies when appropriate.- Other duties as assigned.PHYSICAL DEMANDSThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully performthe essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities toperform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, speak, hear, see, and walk to carryout routine duties. Must be able to bend arms, torso, and neck. Must be able to occasionally lift, move, or push items of 50lbs. such as assisting children or moving/rearranging furniture. The employee may be required to use restraint holds withinthe scope of training provided by the District. Specific vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, colorvision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Must be able to supervise students in all types ofweather, meet multiple demands from several people, and interact with the public and other staff. May also involve above-average levels of activity at times that can’t always be anticipated.DISCLAIMER CLAUSEI have read and understand the information contained in the Position Description and Specifications. I further understandthat this Position Description and Specifications is not intended and should not be construed as an exhaustive list of all theresponsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with this position. I may be required to perform additionaltasks necessary to meet district objectives. This Position Description is intended to be an accurate reflection of theprincipal job elements essential for making fair decisions._ Employee Signature Date _Supervisor Signature DateBurlington Community School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Burlington Community School District ensuresequal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, creed, age, sexualorientation, or gender identity. Burlington Community School District has a policy of active recruitment of qualifiedminority teachers and non-certified employees. Any individual needing assistance in making application for any opening