What are the responsibilities and job description for the Aide, SPED FOCUS Secondary (Life Skills) 2026-27 position at La Porte Junior High?
Position: Aide, SPED FOCUS Secondary (Life Skills)
Location: La Porte Junior High
Assist the teacher(s) in the preparation and management of classroom activities and administrative requirements. Assist in the implementation of classroom programs, including the FOCUS Program, self-help, behavior management and instruction. Work under the general supervision of the supervisor and the immediate direction of a certified teacher.
Job Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED
- Valid SBEC Educational Aide certificate
- Associate's Degree or 48 or more college hours or NCLB ParaEducator Certification issued by San Jacinto College or other local educational entity
Other Information
Apply online, attaching your resume and letter of interest. Your application is not complete until three current references have been received. These references must include your current principal or supervisor. Please include your transcript or ParaEducator Certification issued by San Jacinto College or other local educational entity.
The District contributes $400/month to the cost of employee only health insurance, which is $175/month greater than the state required amount of $225/month.
Assignment: 187 Days Pay Grade 3
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
- Posture: Prolonged standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting
- Motion: Frequent walking
- Lifting: Frequent light lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling (less than 15 pounds); occasional lifting, carrying, pushing and pulling (up to 50 pounds)
- Environment: Work inside and outside, regular exposure to noise and the elements
- Mental Demands: Maintain control under stress
minimum- $14.31
midpoint- $17.24