What it means to work at Fedcap School, West Orange, NJ.
The Fedcap School is an accredited private school in West Orange, New Jersey, dedicated to helping students ages 13-21 classified with cognitive, multiple, or behavioral disabilities succeed and thrive into adulthood. Through individualized and group instruction, our students flourish through our comprehensive academic curriculum and behavior modification program. We provide equal access to educational opportunities that enhance a student’s decision-making, problem- solving and social skills, improving their quality of life—both in school and after graduation.
JOB TITLE
Classroom AIDE
DEPT/LOCATION
Fedcap School NJ
REPORTS TO
Supervisor Rebecca Borg
JOB PURPOSE
Under general supervision of the site administrator and the direction of the Teacher on Special Assignment for English Language Development and ELD site teacher(s) as appropriate, to perform a variety of bilingual/bicultural instructional activities; to perform a variety of supportive tasks and follow-up activities; to serve as an interpreter for community members with limited English speaking ability; to support ELD implementation, and to do other related work as required
JOB SUMMARY
Assists instructional personnel in the implementation of individual educational plans for students experiencing bilingual/bicultural instructional needs. • Tutors individuals and small groups of students to reinforce and follow up learning activities. • Assists students in the development of appropriate social behaviors. • Performs a variety of behavior management and behavior shaping functions. • Develops and assists in the development of specialized instructional materials. • Assists in the development and maintenance of student records and files. • Administers and scores tests to determine student language proficiency levels. • Requisitions, stores, distributes, and maintains an inventory of educational instructional materials. • Assists in the development and maintenance of a learning environment appropriate to the special instructional requirements of students. • Uses a second language and provides cultural experiences to assist students with bilingual/ bicultural needs. • May serve as a translator to facilitate communication with monolingual, non-English speaking members of the school community. • Performs language census surveys, testing, and records the results. • Develops and updates schedule and instructional plans for support staff and substitute use. • Supervises students and supports activities on school play area to ensure safe physical activities and games, as directed by supervisor. • May assist certificated staff with testing administration
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
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• May make home visits to assist in the interpretation of education programs and activities, and to encourage participation in the
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educational process. • May translate school-wide and district-wide materials, such as, letters to parents, documents, brochures, invitations, schedules for events, etc. for parents who may be non English readers/ speakers. • Participates in staff development activities and professional learning communities as appropriate
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Functions as an ambassador for The Fedcap Group.
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Contributes to organization success by accepting new assignments, helping team members, learning new skills, and striving to improve team results.
NOTE
The employer reserves the right to change or assign other duties to this position.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education/Certification
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA and two years paid or volunteer experience working with students experiencing language deficiencies and remedial instruction needs.
Education: Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade, with coursework or training in child growth and development, instructional technology, or bilingual/bicultural instructional processes
Job Experience
• Experience working with students with special needs is preferred.
Software Skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, and other related software.
Work Conditions
• Work is typically performed in an office environment but may be required to perform job duties outside of the office setting.
Special Schedule
• Normal business hours: At times, must be willing to work in beyond normal business hours as needed by operational needs and event schedules.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
• Build strong interpersonal relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Work cooperatively with others on a team.
• Excellent verbal/written communication and presentation skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Maintain the highest level of confidentiality, integrity, and ethical practice.
• Analyze, make decisions, and resolve situations/problems effectively within the scope of responsibilities.
• Ability to comprehend, interpret, and apply the appropriate sections of applicable laws, guidelines, regulations, ordinances, and policies.
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• Be patient and sensitive to individuals with disabilities.
Other
• Demonstrable knowledge of and commitment to the mission, vision and goals of The Fedcap Group and execution of relevant policies and procedures.
STATUS
Part/Full-time
Full-time
Term
Regular 10 month
FLSA Status
NON Exempt
Wage/Salary
$36,000.00
APPROVALS
Employee signature below constitutes employee's understanding of the requirements, essential functions, and duties of the position.
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The Fedcap Group provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We are an EEO employer committed to diversity, M/F/D/V.
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