Instructor - School Age

The Fairfield County Board of DD is currently accepting applications for the Instructor- School Age position. This is specialized work in the training of individuals who have developmental disabilities and provide services in an educational setting at Forest Rose School on the school calendar. Must meet ODE requirements. The hourly pay for this position starts at $29.77.
 
As an employee of the Fairfield County Board of Developmental Disabilities, the job incumbent shall comply with all Board policies, and shall demonstrate respect for, support dignity of, and observe the rights of all individuals served by the agency. Additionally, the job incumbent will apply the mission of Fairfield DD to all decision-making.

DUTIES:

• Plans and provides specialized learning experiences and supervision of students (with disabilities) in a supportive and positive classroom environment that develops in each student the skills, attitudes, and knowledge to meet and exceed the State Core Curriculum Standards as outlined in the student’s Individualized Education Program (IEP).
• Plans and implements daily lesson plans designed to meet the Individualized Education Program objectives, including assisting with swimming in the therapy pool.
• Maintains classroom discipline in accordance with program policies and procedures.
• Administers evaluative instruments to each student under his/her instruction in order to determine individual needs.
• Plans and develops an Individualized Education Program based on multi-factored assessment, in conjunction with the input of a multidisciplinary team and parents.
•  Assists public school systems and adults services program in planning and implementing Individual Transition Plans based on identified student interest and ability.
• Keeps accurate and current training records, attendance records, records of monies collected and any other recorded material necessary for the efficient maintenance of the program.
• Maintains a cooperative relationship with coworkers and the family of each child under his/her instruction in order to best facilitate and implement the Individual Education Plan.
• Establishes the schedule, role, responsibilities, and expectations for the educational aides assigned to assist the students in their classroom.
• Is available for parent conferences throughout the year.
• Assumes other related duties as assigned by administration.
• Relates program philosophy, procedures and goals to the general public in a positive manner.
• Attends those conferences, workshops, seminars and meetings designed to enhance professional growth as permitted and/or requested by the administration. Completes all assigned training.
•  Maintains professional ethics in keeping with the confidentiality of information and material with which he/she will come in contact.
• Serves on committees as assigned.  Assists administration in preparing Board Policy relating to students.  Assists in selecting in-service topics and presenters.
• Complies, as necessary, with Safety Rules established for the purpose of fulfilling compliance with Ohio Employment Risk Reduction Standards, Rules, or Orders, through the utilization of protective equipment and decontamination techniques.

• Bachelor's degree or higher.
• Appropriate Intervention Specialist License from Ohio Department of Education.
• Must be physically capable to lift up to 50 lbs. per lifting policy, carry and move students in a safe manner, according to in-service training.
• Maintains First Aid and CPR certifications.
• Ability to accurately, efficiently and effectively use technology to assist students with communication, complete required training and certification processes.