Temporary/Short Term - Instructional Aide, Special Education - POOL

Special Education classes provide specialized instruction to meet the educational needs and goals of students.  Under the direction of the instructor, aides assist students in a variety of ways, dependent on the specific needs of the curriculum.  Aides are expected to be actively involved in all levels of instruction. To assist in one or more of the following programs: Intellectual Disabilities (ID) Program: College Program for Adults with Neurodevelopmental Disabilities including Intellectual Disabilities and Autism. Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) Program: Program for adults who have sustained an acquired brain injury after the age of 13.  Course work includes an emphasis on fundamental cognitive skills, critical thinking skills, memory compensation techniques, and psychosocial and transition issues.  Adaptive Fitness Program: Program for adults with physical limitation to increase and maintain physical stamina and strength. Examples of Duties: a. Assist the instructor in delivery of instructional materials b. Work in group or individual instructional situations c. Aid in preparation of materials for the class d. Maintain inventories, tools and equipment e. Set up and tear down demonstrations and equipment, and materials for class projects/assignments f. Set up classroom accommodations for students with specific disabilities g. Perform other similar duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS:
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge of: 1. General terminology, techniques, equipment, materials, principles, theories, practices and procedures related to assigned subject areas. 2. Basic instructional concepts, practices, procedures and techniques used in assigned subject areas. 3. Student guidance principles and practices. 4. General student learning practices and strategies 5. Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary. 6. Classroom procedures and appropriate student conduct. 7. Operation of standard office and classroom equipment including a computer and assigned software. 8. Oral and written communication skills. 9. Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy. 10. Record keeping and filing techniques. Ability to: 11. Assist in the presentation of classroom materials. 12. Understand and perform duties as explained through written or verbal communication. 13. Maintain accurate records. 14. Work cooperatively with others. 15. Effectively assist students from a wide variety of cultural backgrounds and ethnicities, including students for whom English is not their native language. Education and Experience: 16. Graduation from high school supplemented by college level course work in assigned subject areas or one year of experience in a special education program as an aide or similar position.  Examples of disciplines: Psychology, Sociology, Social Work, Education, Special Education, Human Development, Health Care, Nursing, Kinesiology, and any other related fields. 17. Or any combination of education and experience that would provide equivalent qualifications
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Employment is temporary and contingent upon verification of employment history, background verification as governed under Education Code requirements, eligibility to work in the United States, and approval by the CCCD Board of Trustees.  Short term/temporary assignments do not offer fringe benefits or pay for holidays or time not worked.  The hours of work and effective date of employment will be arranged with the Coordinator of the program.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS To be considered for employment you must submit a complete application packet. A complete application packet includes: - Classified/Management Employment Application - Current Resume Disability Accommodations If you require accommodations in the Application or Examination Process, please notify Human Resources by calling (714) 438-4714 OR (714) 438-4713. PHYSICAL DEMANDS:   Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate standard office and classroom equipment. Sitting or standing for extended periods of time. Bending at the waist, kneeling or 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. Must be able to move classroom furniture to meet student accommodations. Working Conditions: Coastline Community College Special Programs and Services for the Disabled offers specialized instruction to individuals who have an Acquired Brain Injury (ABI), Intellectual Disability (ID), or in need of Adapted Fitness training.   Applicants should be aware and have desire to work with adults who may have one or more of the following disabilities: physical, cognitive, intellectual, and/or psychological/psychiatric. These disabilities may range from mild to profoundly disabled. SALARY Appropriate placement based on the HH Salary Schedule.