Tucson Unified School District

Tucson, Arizona, United States

Ex Ed Teacher Assistant (Effective 2021-2022 SCHOOL YEAR)

Posted over 1 month ago

Job Description

SUMMARY
The Exceptional Education Teacher Assistant assists the Exceptional Education and General Education Teacher with instruction and medically relevant support for students with disabilities. This position assists with the academic and functional curriculum. The Exceptional Education Teacher Assistant may provide adult support with daily living skills and enhancement of present levels of performance, behavioral support, reinforcement of therapy goals, and job skills.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
High School Diploma or G.E.D.
AND
Completion of an AZ Dept. of Education-approved Academic Assessment Test OR Associates (or higher) degree OR Two-years (60 Semester-Hour credits) of study at an institute of higher learning
Two years of experience working with youth or children
Computer skills, to include the ability to use email.
Verbal & written communication skills in English and a demonstrated ability to read and comprehend written/graphic and oral instructions
Any equivalent combination of experience, training, or education
Copy of diploma, transcripts, or test results must be submitted at the time of application

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Special Education experience
Experience working with children with disabilities
Experience working with children or adults in a vocational setting

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS AFTER HIRE
FBI fingerprint background check.
Proof of immunity to rubeola (measles) and rubella (German measles), or proof of MMR immunization
CPR and First Aid Certification - Certification must be maintained current during the course of employment
Physical Examination with Lift Test to be done by one of the clinics with which the District contracts (Category B) and sign a Medical History form
Must complete Student Intervention Techniques (SIT) training within 6 months of hire
Must release Social Security Number to be eligible for AHCCCS-Provider ID Number

COMMENTS

Effective: 2020-2021 SCHOOL YEAR
Location: Van Buskirk Elementary School - Ajo & Park Area

Department Website: http://www.tusd1.org/vanbuskirk
Classification: White Collar Grade: 5

FTE: 0.75 6.00 hours per day
Work Calendar: 9 month

2 Positions Available

Positions less than 30 hours per week are not eligible for district benefits.

Internal candidates will transfer at a rate commensurate with their bargaining unit language. For more information on salary schedule, please reference the Employee Agreements Webpage.

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Tucson Unified School District is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination based on disability, race, color, religion/religious beliefs, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or national origin.

Job Contact Information
Name Victoria Barajas
Title Principal
Phone 520 225-3700
Email Victoria.Barajas@tusd1.org
19816748

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