Full-time Location:
Santa Fe, New Mexico About THRIVE Community School THRIVE Community School opened in the fall of 2022 as an intentionally diverse public charter school, the first of its kind in Santa Fe. Over the next four years, THRIVE will grow to educate 618 students in grades K-8, and we want to build a team that will continue to be an active part of bringing our vision for students to life. We are an affirming learning community who ensures that every child who walks through our doors is seen and heard so that they can receive the education they deserve to pursue paths of their choice. We combine evidenced-based instruction with innovation to drive achievement and eliminate disparities in student outcomes. We also embrace social and emotional learning practices and support our students to develop a positive self-concept. We strive to be anti-racist and anti-biased in all that we do, and we commit to constant learning and family partnership in service of this pursuit. Everything we do as a team and for students is grounded in THRIVE's core values: Show Love
- We recognize the beauty and brilliance in each of us, and we hold each other responsible for being the best versions of ourselves. Work as a Team
- We rely on each other to achieve our shared goals, and we value voices and perspectives that are often ignored. Create Joy
- We find joy in laughing and smiling and being a part of a school community, and believe that fuels us for the challenges we will face. Be Brave
- We take risks, do things that make us uncomfortable, and we make mistakes sometimes, but we are committing to learning and adjusting to help us grow.
General Job Description THRIVE's Special Education Staff plays an enormous role in advancing the mission, vision, and values of our school. Our Special Education Staff holds a deep belief in the potential of all students, and they deliver the high-quality instruction that each student needs. A key component of THRIVE's approach to social and emotional learning is providing students many opportunities to work and learn in small groups. Instructional Assistants will help with monitoring and support of small groups, some of which are teacher led, independent, or collaborative. Instructional Assistants also play a crucial role in the execution of THRIVE's approach to Mastery Learning, where Direct Instruction Programs and teaching techniques are used to ensure students master critical foundational reading, math, oral language, and written language skills. Due to the varied and individual needs of each student, Special Education Assistants may provide a variety of support and assistance, and should be flexible in adjusting to student needs. Responsibilities and Qualifications All functions are performed in accordance with established policies, procedures, safety and environmental regulations, facility and computer security policies and procedures. Functions are subject to change from time to time to meet the needs of the organization. Current essential functions include the following: Works with individuals and small groups in the classroom to reinforce material introduced by the teacher. Serves as a model in developing students' language and behavior. Collects, prepares, and arranges resource material for use by certified personnel. Operates equipment appropriate to the classroom and assignment. Monitors testing and make-up work for students. Maintains classroom records, prepares reports as requested by the classroom teacher or principal, scores tests, and manages classroom equipment and supplies. Collects data as requested by teacher or other service provider. Prepares and maintains accurate and completes records and reports as required by law, state directives, district policy and administrative regulations. Monitors students and assists instructional staff in instructional and non-instructional activities in classrooms, school grounds, hallways, lunchroom, field trips, bus loading areas, restrooms and clothing areas, etc. This may include running to provide adequate supervision for a student and returning the student to the designated setting safely. Provides preventative and follow-up behavior management to students exhibiting disruptive behaviors and documents these situations. Uses knowledge of students to make necessary modifications to daily activities. Implements student behavior plans as designated by IEP and teacher. Uses appropriate crisis prevention interventions as trained. Assists in physical therapy, occupational therapy, orientation, and mobility activities as scheduled and as trained by licensed PT and/or OT and/or Teacher of the Visually Impaired and/or Orientation and Mobility Specialist when needed. Assists in PE or adaptive PE as assigned with students with IEPs. Follows safety and evacuation procedures consistent with policies and procedures and the individual evacuation plans. Assists instructional staff in the supervision of students while they are loading and unloading buses, in the gym/multipurpose room, playground, hallways, bathrooms, and other school environments. Assists and instructs pupils in personal hygiene skills and needs, toileting, changing diapers, brushing teeth, hand washing and other self-care activities as assigned. Assists and instructs students with feeding needs and skills. Lifts or assists with lifting students from wheelchairs to changing tables or designated areas, including using appropriate equipment as trained. Lifting up to 50 lbs. Sanitizes classroom and equipment using approved materials and procedures. Attends school open houses and conferences as requested. Attends IEP meetings when assigned. Supervises students in community-based activities and job-related skills in the community. Follows the schedule as assigned. Attends IA professional development workshops and activities as required by assignment and responsibilities. Communicates with parents only under the supervision of the teacher or administrator. May be required to move students and/or equipment of varying weight and sizes for hygiene or feeding or therapy purposes. Performs other related duties as assigned. Qualification and Requirements Potential Instructional Assistant candidates must meet the following requirements in order to receive an offer from our team: Criminal background clearance Authorization to work in the United States We have seen that candidates with one or more of the additional qualifications below are uniquely positioned to support our students to succeed: Experience working with special needs children Experience with Direct Instruction and Social-Emotional Learning Experience in economically disadvantaged schools, especially if in Special Education Bilingualism Environmental Conditions The noise level in the work environment is moderate to loud. Duties are performed indoors and occasionally outdoors.
Compensation Package Salary Range:
We follow a teacher salary scale. For planning purposes, instructional assistants should assume their salary will fall within the range of $34,360
- $35,235, depending on years of teaching experience and licensure level.
Benefits THRIVE Community School offers a comprehensive benefits package including: Educational Retirement Board contributions Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance options Fall, Winter, and Spring holidays 100+ hours of dedicated, tailored professional development over the summer and ongoing throughout the school year To Apply To submit an application, please complete our online application via our school website. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. Candidates who are selected to move forward will engage in a multi-step interview process; more details can be found on our website. Please know that every stage and question in our process is included for a reason; we will be clear about why we are asking for specific information, especially if it is going to take some of your time. In addition, we are deeply committed to building and maintaining a diverse and inclusive team, representing a variety of backgrounds and cultures. We actively seek out identities, experiences, and perspectives not currently represented on our team and we do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other identity marker. We strongly encourage all interested individuals to apply.
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$34,360.00
00 per year
Benefits:
Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance
Work Location:
In person
