Under the direction of an assigned supervisor, perform a variety of duties pertaining to the care and instruction of severely handicapped and other Special Education students as assigned; assist in instructing students individually or in small groups in accordance with prescribed learning objectives; assist in the preparation of instructional materials and provide routine clerical support; assist in meeting special needs, including feeding, toileting, positioning and monitoring health conditions.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

Tutor individual or small groups of severely handicapped and other Special Education students as assigned according to prescribed learning objectives, reinforcing instruction as directed by the teacher; monitor and oversee student drills, practices and assignments in various subjects; assist in the implementation of Individual Education Plans and behavior management plans.

Provide classroom support to the teacher by setting up work areas and displays and distributing and collecting paper, supplies and materials; confer with teachers concerning lesson plans and materials to meet student needs; present instructional materials.

Assist students in completing and comprehending classroom assignments, homework and projects; guide and reinforce student understanding of classroom rules and procedures; assist students by answering questions, providing proper examples, emotional support, friendly attitude and general guidance; assist students with identifying and learning numbers, letters, shapes and colors.

Provide guidance for students in various areas including academic learning, vocational, social and leisure skills, physical development and fitness, and personal hygiene.

Assist and guide students to, on, off, and from the bus; utilize a wheelchair lift; lift and carry students as necessary; push students in wheelchairs; assist students who are physically disabled to negotiate the school campus including traveling from class to class.

Perform a variety of clerical duties such as preparing instructional materials, duplicating materials, preparing lists and other documents, processing forms and applications, taking roll and maintaining records and files; compile information and materials and prepare reports as requested.

Observe, control, and modify behavior of students in the classroom and during outdoor activities according to approved procedures; report progress regarding student performance and behavior.

Operate a variety of office and classroom equipment including a copier, laminator, audiovisual equipment, computer and assigned software.

Operate a variety of orthopedic equipment.

Provide for the health and safety of students by following established practices and procedures; maintain learning environment in a safe, orderly and clean manner; clean, set up, and set out toys and instructional materials; clean tables, floors and dishes as assigned.

Communicate with staff, students, administrators, resource specialists, parents and the general public per District policies and guidelines to exchange information and resolve issues or concerns.

Confer with and assist teacher with regard to planning, organizing, scheduling and conducting instructional and training activities, instructional goals and objectives, student progress and pertinent health or behavioral problems, with children experiencing various physical and learning disabilities.

Oversee children in a classroom, lunchroom or at play as directed; accompany and monitor students during outdoor activities and field trips; assist with monitoring student attendance.

Assist students and monitor self feeding students during mealtime; take appropriate action when students have difficulty while eating; prepare and clean lunch area before and after meals as directed; toilet students and change diapers and soiled clothing as needed.

Administer various tests as directed; grade student tests and assignments; record grades.

Assist students with developing motor skills and related exercises as needed; lift students in and out of wheelchairs, braces and other orthopedic equipment and position pupils.

Assist students with developing social skills; assist students with performing and developing independent living skills; assist students with personal hygiene including brushing teeth, dressing, undressing, bathing and grooming; assist students with eating habits, table manners and household chores.

Participate in community based instruction as assigned by Special Education teacher.

Communicate with outside agencies per District instruction to exchange information and resolve issues or concerns related to student health, behavior and progress.

Perform First Aid and CPR; maintain routine records related to assigned activities and daily documentation of specialized physical health care services and procedures as directed.

OTHER DUTIES:

Attend assigned meetings and conferences.

Perform related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

KNOWLEDGE OF:

Child guidance principles and practices related to children with special education needs.

Safe practices in classroom and playground activities.

Basic subjects taught in District schools, including math, grammar, spelling, language and reading.

Problems and concerns of students with special needs.

Basic instructional methods and techniques.

Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary.

Classroom procedures and appropriate student conduct.

Operation of standard office and classroom equipment including a computer and assigned software.

Oral and written communication skills.

Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.

Basic record-keeping techniques.

Health and safety regulations.

First Aid and CPR procedures.

Operation of orthopedic equipment.

ABILITY TO:

Assist and reinforce instruction of students individually or in small groups in a classroom or assigned learning environment in accordance with prescribed learning objectives.

Assist in meeting special needs, including feeding, toileting, positioning and monitoring health conditions.

Demonstrate an understanding, patient and receptive attitude toward severely disabled children.

Assist in the preparation of instructional materials and visual aids.

Understand and follow oral and written directions.

Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.

Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

Monitor, observe and report student behavior and progress according to approved policies and procedures.

Operate standard office and classroom equipment including a computer and assigned software.

Observe health and safety regulations.

Perform clerical duties related to classroom activities and program requirements.

Maintain routine records.

Perform a variety of duties pertaining to the care and instruction of severely disabled students.

Learn methods, techniques and procedures for lifting and moving children.

Learn to operate a variety of orthopedic equipment.

Administer First Aid and CPR.

Be flexible to perform work within changing priorities and possess sufficient interpersonal skill to work harmoniously with staff, students, administrators, parents and others.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

This Class must meet the requirements of the Federal and State "No Child Left Behind" NCLB legislation. Qualifications are any combination equivalent to 48 semester units of college study or an AA Degree or upon passing a NCLB qualifying written examination, and experience working with severely handicapped or emotionally disturbed students in an organized setting.

LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Valid First Aid and CPR Certificate issued by an authorized agency prior to employment.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

ENVIRONMENT:

Classroom and playground environment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate standard office and classroom equipment.

Sitting and standing for extended periods of time.

Bending at the waist, kneeling and crouching to assist students.

Seeing to read a variety of materials and monitor student activities.

Hearing and speaking to exchange information.

Reaching overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally.

Lifting and carrying students and heavy objects as assigned by position.

Pushing children in wheelchairs.

HAZARDS:

Exposure to bodily fluids, blood borne pathogens and infectious diseases.

Contact with dissatisfied or abusive individuals.

Abusive and potentially harmful outbursts from students.

In order to qualify for this position you must meet the NCLB guidelines above.

The first step in the process will be a written exam for those applicants that do not submit their transcripts to verify the completion of 48 or more semester units. This will be a multiple choice exam that covers English, Math, and the Ability to Assist. Study materials are available in the Human Resources department. These materials cannot be sent electronically, you will need to stop by in person to obtain them.

For all applicants that have completed 48 or more semester units OR have successfully passed all three sections of the test described above, there will be a written exam with job-specific questions. There is no waiver for the second exam.

If your application is accepted to move forward in this recruitment, the exam dates are:

NCLB Exam: (if required)

To Be Determined

Qualifying Exam: (REQUIRED FOR ALL APPLICANTS)

To Be Determined

Please make arrangements to be available on the date(s) above. There will be no make up exams offered.

OTHER IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

Positions in the job classification typically work 27.5 - 32.5 hours/week for 180 student instructional days.

The duration of the eligibility list is 6 months unless extended by the Executive Director of Classified Human Resources and the Personnel Commission.

Applicants selected for permanent or substitute assignments are required to pay for fingerprinting services and obtain Tuberculosis results prior to beginning work. If you have any questions regarding the fees or concerning this job posting, please feel free to contact the Human Resources Department at (510) 784-2648.

Hayward Unified School District does not pay for employee health and welfare benefits.

Full-time employees are required to purchase medical health benefits. Half-time and less than half-time employees may participate on a voluntary basis. Health benefit costs are 100% employee paid through a pre-tax payroll deduction. Employees may opt out of health coverage upon presentation of proof of alternate coverage.

Dental coverage is mandatory for all employees working 20 hours per week, or more, regardless of outside coverage. Less than half-time employees may participate on a voluntary basis. The District contributes the full premium for "employee only". Any additional premium will be employee paid.

For more information please view the "Benefits" tab of this job announcement.

The Hayward Unified School District is committed to educational equity so that every student realizes their innate potential, becoming a lifelong learner and having a positive impact on their community. Our mission is to draw from our community’s rich diversity in order to create engaging and equitable educational experiences for students, delivered in a safe and supportive environment. This environment supports inclusion, anti racism through an ethnic studies learner orientation and growth mindset. HUSD believes the responsibility for student success is broadly shared by district staff, families, our community, and our students’ own efforts. Each HUSD student deserves respectful learning environments in which diversity is valued and contributes to successful academic outcomes.

We seek equity-minded applicants who demonstrate they understand the benefits diversity brings to an educational community. We look for applicants who:

• Reflect our diverse community
• Value and intentionally promote diversity and consciousness of difference
• Empower students furthest from opportunity
• Demonstrate cultural competence and cultural humility
• Believe that all people have the right to an education and work environment free from fear, harassment, or discrimination
• Actively seek to disrupt institutional and/or systemic barriers that adversely impact historically marginalized communities
• Foster students’ potential to become global citizens and socially responsible leaders.

Non-Discrimination Policy

Hayward Unified School District (HUSD) is committed to equal opportunity for all individuals in education. District programs, activities, and practices shall be free from discrimination and harassment based on race, color, ancestry, national origin, ethnic group identification, immigration status, age, religion, marital or parental status, pregnancy status, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, or genetic information; the perception of one or more of such characteristics; or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. If a complainant is unable to put a complaint in writing due to conditions such as a disability or illiteracy, district staff shall assist him/her in the filing of the complaint.

If you believe you have been subjected to discrimination, harassment, intimidation, or bullying you should immediately contact the school site principal and/or their supervisor. See the links below for more information on complaint management, Title IX, and Uniform Complaint Procedures and forms. For Uniform and Title IX Complaints, please call (510) 723-3857, ext 34102 or 34201, or email uc.titleix@husd.k12.ca.us. The address is 24411 Amador Street, Hayward, CA 94544. A copy of HUSD Uniform Complaint Board Policy along with the Uniform Complaint Administrative Regulations and the HUSD non-discrimination policy are available, free of charge, upon request.