Dedicated Aide for Health Support - CNA
$38,480–$50,565 year
On-siteWashington, District of Columbia, United States or Washington, United States
Job Summary
Collaborate with the Lead Teacher in managing a non-categorical self-contained classroom for high-level special needs students, implementing prescribed care plans and assisting with adaptive daily living skills like toileting, feeding, and positioning. Provide physical and academic support during instruction while maintaining student safety and modeling positive behavior through Functional Communication and Behavior Protocols. Regularly collect data to track progress in curriculum, IEP, and ADLS areas, and work with speech, PT, OT, and ELL staff to address individual needs. Assist students in incorporating into the academic environment and contribute to a culture that nurtures emotional, cognitive, and social abilities. Adhere to the 8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. work day, attend weekly PLC meetings, and participate in summer professional development.
Required Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED
- Passed the ParaPro Exam
- AA or 60 credits hours
- BA or MA
- Certified Nursing Assistant credential (CNA)
- Coursework in health services
- Ability to work in a 10 month position
Desired Qualifications
- ABA or VB experience
- Experience working in special education
- Experience working with individuals with physical and health care needs
- Child Development Associates credential
- Coursework in early childhood education
- Coursework in human development
- Prior work or volunteer experience with children or students with special needs
- Commitment to meeting the needs of a diverse student population
- Track record of being a team player
- Community mindedness
- Commitment to their own learning
- Training in ABA/VB
- Strong skills in partnering with families
- Excellent time-management skills
- Attention to detail
- Ability to work independently
- Passion for urban public schools
- Adherence to a high level of professional and ethical standards
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