Aide: General Behavior Support

Del Valle ISD (TX)•Austin, TX

34d

About The Position

Assist the classroom teacher to provide for physical and instructional needs of students in the general and/or special education setting. Assist in implementation of classroom programs, including self-help, behavior management, and instruction programs. Work under general supervision of principal and immediate direction of certified teacher.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED (Recognized by the Texas Education Agency or Regional Accrediting Agency)
Valid Texas Educational Aide certificate required
Crisis Prevention & Intervention certified (CPI), obtain within the first 90 days
Candidate must have satisfactory outcome of fingerprinting background check. Non-refundable fee (approximately $50) paid by employee.
Ability to work with children with disabilities
Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
Ability to communicate effectively
Knowledge of general office equipment
Proficient skills in organization, typing, file maintenance, computers, and software programs, including word processing, spreadsheet, database and graphics
Experience working with children

Responsibilities

Work with individual students or small student groups to conduct instructional activities and develop academic skills as outlined by the teacher.
Assist the teacher in preparing instructional materials, paperwork, and classroom displays.
Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers.
Assist teachers in implementing program objectives that support developmental, behavioral and academic student performance.
Keep teacher informed of special needs or problems of individual students.
Assume responsibility for learning and adapting to each student's special medical, physical, communicative, and emotional needs.
Work with individual students or small groups to develop motor skills and conduct instructional exercises assigned by the classroom teacher.
Help with inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment.
Help the teacher keep administrative records and prepare required reports.
Assist in managing student behavior, including crisis intervention, physical management of disruptive students and inappropriate behaviors, as needed.
Assist with maintaining a safe, neat and orderly classroom.
Be a positive role model for students, support the mission of the District.
Maintain a professional relationship with colleagues, students, parents, and community members.
Use effective communication skills to present information accurately and clearly.
Attend any specified meetings or professional development.
Daily attendance and punctuality at work are essential functions of the job.
Keep informed of and comply with state, District, and school regulations and policies for classroom teachers.
Compile, maintain, and file reports, records, and other documents as required.
Correct unsafe conditions in work area that could cause an accident and inform supervisor of any conditions that are not correctable immediately.
Shall comply with District policies, as well as state and federal laws and regulations.
Shall comply with the standards of conduct set out in Board Policy DH (Legal) and (Local) and with any other policies, regulations, and guidelines that impose duties, requirements, and standards.
Maintain confidentiality.