QUALIFICATIONS: This position requires knowledge of proper English usage and grammar; knowledge of pertinent academic areas and learning situations; general needs and behaviors of high school students, and student recreational activities.

Must possess the skill to understand and carry out oral and written instructions in an independent manner; understand the needs of high school students and effectively relate to these needs in a learning or recreational situation; learn the requirements of the students in the specific learning program to which assigned; analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action; supervise students in a variety of situations; maintain calm and patience in stressful situations.

Must have the ability to operate standard office equipment establish and maintain accurate classroom records and files; be flexible and willing to make changes necessary to meet the varied needs of the handicapped; establish and maintain cooperative and effective work relationships with those contacted in the performance of duties. Meet the physical requirements necessary to safely and effectively perform the required duties .

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Assist physically handicapped students in toileting needs including stall positioning; lift and carry students; feed students - oral and tube feeding; assist in administration of C.P.R. or first aid under supervision of certificated teacher; transport students when needed in district automobile; follow safety standards and specific hygienic routines; supervision of students during lunch, assemblies, etc.; confer with teacher regarding students’ progress; perform other duties as required to meet the varied health and educational needs presented by handicapped students.

MUST POSSESS AND MAINTAIN A VALID CALIFORNIA DRIVER’S LICENSE. HEALTH CARE COMPETENCY IS REQUIRED. HEALTH CARE SPECIALISTS WILL RECEIVE ON THE JOB TRAINING TO MAINTAIN COMPETENCY LEVELS.

A PRE-PLACEMENT MEDICAL ASSESSMENT AND CRIMINAL HISTORY CHECK WILL BE REQUIRED OF THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE PRIOR TO EMPLOYMENT

DUTIES OF POSITION: Under supervision assist teacher by caring for handicapped students' physical needs and helping in their training and educational needs through the presentation of educational material or exercises. This job class will perform a variety of duties dealing with the health and safety of handicapped students and requires high degree of positive contact with students and certificated staff.


STARTING SALARY: $3,035.07 (monthly)

NUMBER OF MONTHS: 9.4 (to begin as soon as possible)

NUMBER OF HOURS: 7 (daily working hours 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.)