EAIIIA, Learning Support Aide (Dari or Pashto), 2023-24.

Under the direction of the teacher, the position of Educational Assistant III (EAIII), Learning Support (Dari or Pashto) is primarily responsible for the instruction and supervision of students with learning disabilities in the classroom.

This is a grant funded position, and funding experies at the end of the 2023-24 school year.

Reports To Principal

Salary

Paraprofessional Salary Schedule, EAIII Level A (starting at $3,439/month)

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Qualifications

• A High School diploma or equivalent is required.
• Must be able to speak Dari or Pashto
• Vocational experience in an urban setting is preferred.
• Familiarity with various student assistive devices is also preferred.
  
  

Competencies

• Performing Administrative Activities: Performing day to day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files and processing paperwork.
• Technical Proficiency: The ability and willingness to exhibit competency in the technical areas needed to do a specific job.
• Organizational Ability: The ability and willingness to organize and utilize resources to achieve results.
• Workflow Management: The ability and willingness to perform work within defined specifications and timelines and to manage conflicting priorities.
• Stakeholder Relations: The ability and willingness to interact and communicate effectively with stakeholders.
  
  

Essential Job Functions

Residency Requirements City of Pittsburgh Residency Required

• Supervises and assists students in the completion of their assignments.
• Monitors students in the classroom, at lunch, and at recess, as well as in transit from one area to another.
• Assists with the implementation of the individual educational plans (IEP) and behavior management plans for each student.
• Assists in development and evaluation of educational materials.
• Assists in completion of all clerical duties.
• Assists with student transportation, such as meeting a cab outside.
• Assists in the maintenance and care of equipment.
• Assists in the manipulation of instructional materials.
• Assists on fields trips.
• Assists in keeping students clean.
• Assists students with toilet needs, feeding, and in physical movement.
  
  

Additional Job Information

Physical Demands: This position is primarily sedentary in nature. Employee will be required to operate computer system for data entry, and have the ability to complete necessary paperwork. This position requires minimum physical effort and not subjected to Occupational Health and Safety risks.

Work Environment

• Indoors in busy office, working in close proximity to co-worker
• Frequently required to work at fast pace
• Requires considerable concentration and creativity.
• Subject to stress caused by a changing environment, diversity in the organization, tight deadlines and work load.
  
  

ADA: The employer will make reasonable accommodation in compliance with the American with Disabilities Act of 1990.