Job Description

POSITION: Substitute ECCAT / Aide / Special Education Aide

LOCATION: Assigned School(s)

CLASSIFICATION: Service Personnel

REPORTS TO: Principal

EVALUATION: Performance in this position will be evaluated by the building principal and in accordance with WV State Code §18A-2-12, WVBE Policy 5314, and Pocahontas County Schools Policy 4220.

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

SALARY: In accordance with the substitute service personnel pay schedule established by the Pocahontas County Board of Education.

TERM OF EMPLOYMENT: On an as-needed basis during the school year.

Pursuant to WV Code §18A-4-8, a Substitute ECCAT/Aide/Special Education Aide performs duties in an instructional setting under the direction of professional educators and administrators. The substitute provides temporary instructional, behavioral, personal care, supervisory, and classroom support services during the absence of a regularly assigned employee.

Assignments may include general education classrooms, special education classrooms, Pre-K programs, individual student support, transportation services, and other educational settings as determined by district needs.

The substitute assists in maintaining a safe, positive, and supportive learning environment while ensuring continuity of services for students and supporting the educational mission of Pocahontas County Schools.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma or General Educational Development (GED) Certificate as required by WV Code §18A-2-5.
• Must be currently employed in the classification or successfully pass the state-prescribed examination for the position in accordance with WV Code §18A-4-8e.
• Criminal background check pursuant to WV Code §18A-3-10 and applicable state requirements.
• Ability to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the position.
  
  

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Instructional and Student Support

• Assist teachers and other professional staff in implementing instructional activities and educational programs.
• Reinforce academic skills and learning activities under the supervision of professional staff.
• Assist students in accessing instructional materials, technology, accommodations, and classroom activities.
• Support students with academic, behavioral, social-emotional, communication, and functional needs.
  

Personal Care and Health Services

• Assist students with personal care needs, including feeding, toileting, hygiene, mobility, positioning, and other assigned supports.
• Assist with student health and medical needs when appropriately trained and authorized.
• Monitor student well-being and promptly report concerns to appropriate personnel.
  

Behavior and Supervision

• Assist in implementing behavior support strategies and classroom management procedures.
• Maintain appropriate supervision of students during instructional and non-instructional activities.
• Support student safety during transitions, meals, recess, arrival, dismissal, field trips, and other assigned activities.
• Respond appropriately to behavioral, medical, emotional, or emergency situations.
  

Transportation Support

• Assist with transportation duties when assigned, including loading and unloading students, monitoring student safety, and securing necessary equipment.
  

Professional Responsibilities

• Maintain confidentiality of student, personnel, and district information.
• Demonstrate professionalism, dependability, flexibility, and positive work habits.
• Adhere to all applicable federal and state laws, WVBE policies, county policies, and employee conduct expectations.
• Maintain positive relationships with students, families, staff, and community members.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Principal, supervising teacher, Superintendent, or designee.
  

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

The successful candidate shall demonstrate the ability to:

• Work effectively with students of varying ages and abilities.
• Follow oral and written instructions.
• Maintain a safe and orderly learning environment.
• Assist with instructional, behavioral, and personal care needs.
• Communicate effectively with students and staff.
• Maintain confidentiality and professional conduct.
• Adapt to varying assignments, classrooms, and student needs.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to reach, stand, walk, lift, grasp, write, talk, hear, see, use technology such as computers and multimedia equipment, and use repetitive motions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may frequently lift and/or move at least 50 pounds of materials. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision such as to read handwritten or typed material, the ability to adjust focus. The position requires the individual to meet multiple demands from several people and interact with the public and other staff members.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Most commonly, the educational setting is indoors. The noise level in the work environment is low to moderate.

The information contained in the job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of duties performed by this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned by the Superintendent or his/her designee.

TO APPLY:
Pocahontas County Schools only accepts bids electronically for all jobs. However, if you need assistance with your application, please contact the Pocahontas County Schools Board of Education office at (304) 799-4505. You may apply online directly from the WVDE website, or from our district website at https://boe.pocahontas.k12.wv.us/page/employment To be considered for any position, bids must be submitted by the bid closing time on the last day of the posting for the desired position. All bids are posted for a minimum of five business days.

Equal Opportunity Employer
Pocahontas County Schools will grant equal employment opportunity to all persons, regardless of race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, or handicap, and there will be no discrimination based on these factors in the salary, promotion, demotion, or termination of any employee. Any discrimination concerns should be directed in writing to the Personnel Director, Pocahontas County Schools, 404 Old Buckeye Rd, Buckeye, WV 24924.