Elementary AEP Instructional Assistant

Open Until Filled

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

Supervise students assigned to Alternative Educational Placement (AEP-Elementary)

for disciplinary reasons while providing behavioral and academic support. Maintain a

highly structured and orderly environment. Work under the general supervision of the

principal and immediate direction of a certified teacher on a daily basis.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum Education/Certification:

High School Diploma & meet the District’s formal academic assessment required

by Every Student Succeeds Act

Associates (or higher) degree OR 48 college credit hours

Valid Texas Educational Aide Certificate

Meet the rigorous standard of quality required by the district

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Work with students who have difficulty with academics, behavior, and social skills

Follow written and/or oral directions and to exercise good judgment

Effective verbal and written communication skills with students, parents and school personnel

Certified in Handle with Care (training provided by District)

Maintain professional demeanor under stress

Work Conditions:

Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including personal computer and

peripherals

Posture: Sitting, standing, kneeling, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting

Motion: Full range of motion- walking, mild running including student restraint

Lifting: Lifting and carrying up to 75 pounds including student restraint

Environment: Ability to respond to tasks and/or behaviors quickly; acute or corrected vision

and hearing

Regular attendance is an essential function

Minimum Experience:

Two years’ experience working with students and parents- preferred. This

experience may be work in church-related school, day camps, youth groups, and

private schools, licensed day-care centers or similar experiences.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

• Work closely with classroom teacher(s) in AEP to create and maintain an orderly and highly structured classroom.
• Participate in staff development training programs, faculty meetings, and special events when required.
• Provide on-going academic and behavioral support to students.
• Give appropriate praise and strive to ensure that each student is successful.
• Intervene physically using approved Handle with Care techniques when necessary to prevent student injury to self or others.
• Manage student behavior and administer discipline according to board policies, administrative regulations, and Individual Education Plans (IEP).
• Facilitate relationships between co-workers, supervisors, students and parents.
• Distribute, collect, and check student assignments for accuracy
• Assist in maintaining student files.
• Supervise students assigned to AEP during lunch and bathroom breaks.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
• Ensure compliance with all local policies and state and federal statutes including the Educator Code of Ethics.
• Perform such other tasks and accepts such other responsibilities as may be assigned.