On-Site Program Assistant for Virtual Speech & Language Services - 183 Days (Bloomingdale Public Schools) - VBIESPA at Van Buren Intermediate School District

Title:

On-Site Program Assistant for Virtual Speech & Language Services– 183 Days (Bloomingdale Public Schools) - VBIESPA

Reports To:

Special Education Supervisor

Location of Work:

Offsite: Bloomingdale Public Schools

Base Location: Special Services Building

701 S Paw Paw Street

Lawrence, MI 49064 

Job Goal(s):

The primary goal of the Virtual Services Program Assistant is to support students onsite while they receive services and assessments delivered from a qualified ancillary provider in a virtual format. 

Qualifications:

Education:

High school diploma or the equivalent is required

Work Experience: Experience working with students with disabilities in a school environment is preferred.

Skills:

• Possess effective communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to implement positive and consistent behavior management skills
• Ability to maintain and follow multiple student schedules.
• Ability to escort students to the assigned location in a timely manner
• Ability to maintain accurate records
• Ability to assist in the preparation of instructional materials, as needed
• Ability to supervise students in all areas of the school environment
• Ability to accept feedback in a professional manner
• Demonstrate ethical handling of confidential information
• Demonstrate reliable attendance and punctuality
• Ability to utilize technology (devices, software, platforms, etc.) for students to access virtual services. 
• Ability to follow Van Buren ISD, state and federal policies and procedures 
• Ability to model the principles of Respect, Integrity, Compassion, and Excellence 
• Ability to complete assigned responsibilities within agreed upon or established timelines 
• Ability to perform additional tasks, responsibilities, and duties as assigned by the Special Education Supervisor

Essential Job Functions:

• Ability to travel across and between buildings
• Valid driver's license required.

Terms of Employment: As per master agreement and provisions established by the Van Buren Board of Education. 

This posting and our online application can be found on the Van Buren ISD’s website at www.vbisd.org under Employment.  If you do not have access to a computer with internet access, you may use a computer at VBISD by calling 269-539-5218.

Position is open until filled.

In-house staff must fill out the online internal application.