JOB DESCRIPTION :

Assist teacher in preparation and management of classroom activities and administrative requirements. Help support physical and instructional needs of individual students with disabilities inside and outside of the classroom.

Assist with the implementation of Individual Education Plans (IEPs). Facilitate and assist in providing a quality program of instruction designed to meet the affective, linguistic and cognitive needs of students.

Work under supervision of certified teacher.

DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Help meet the individual needs of students, including transferring them to and from wheelchairs, lifting and positioning them, and signing and interpreting instructions for them, if needed.
• Help students take care of physical needs and personal care, if needed.
• Assist assigned students throughout the school day, inside and outside of the classroom, including lunchroom, bus, playground duty, hallway transitions, and specials.
• Assume responsibility for learning and adapting to each student’s special medical, physical, communicative, and emotional needs.
• Assist teacher in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays.
• Support and carry out activities related to the educational program.
• Assist with administration and scoring of objective testing instruments or work assignments.
• Help maintain neat and orderly classroom.
• Help with inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment.
• Help teacher keep administrative records and prepare required reports.
• Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers.
• Conduct instructional exercises assigned by the teacher; work with individual students or small groups.
• Help supervise students throughout school day, inside and outside classroom, including lunchroom, bus, and playground duty.
• Keep teacher informed of special needs or problems of individual students.
• Participate in staff development training programs to improve job performance.
• Participate in faculty meetings and special events as assigned.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Regular attendance.
• Other duties as assigned.

EXPERIENCE :

Some experience working with children

QUALIFICATIONS :

Education / Certification :

• High school diploma or GED
• Valid Texas educational aide certificate (must obtain within 30 days of employment)

Special Knowledge / Skills :

• Ability to work well with children, including students with disabilities
• Ability to communicate effectively

Last updated : 2024-05-18