Aide - Special Ed Special Needs Self-Contained (FAC / STC / ALC)

McKinney ISD (TX) • Mckinney, TX

77d

About The Position

The Aide - Special Ed Special Needs Self-Contained position at McKinney Boyd High School involves assisting certified special education teachers in implementing individualized educational programs for students with significant cognitive, physical, or emotional/behavioral disabilities. The role requires a commitment to supporting students in various educational settings and maintaining a conducive learning environment.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED equivalency and a minimum of 48 semester hours of college credit or an Associates Degree
• Certification by another school district of meeting the NCLB 'Highly Qualified by assessment' requirements will be accepted in lieu of college credit
• Educational Aide Certificate from the State Board for Educator Certification within one year of employment
• Ability to work well with children with various and severe disabilities
• Ability to communicate effectively
• General knowledge of office equipment
• Attend training and gain certification in Non-violent Crisis Intervention training (CPI) and maintain that certification annually

Nice To Haves

• Some experience working with children having severe disabilities preferred

Responsibilities

• Assist the teacher in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays
• Assist with the administration and scoring of objective testing instruments or work assignments
• Work with individual students or small groups to conduct instructional exercises assigned by the teacher
• Assist in supporting individual students or small groups of students in general education classrooms
• Assist in the implementation of behavior intervention plans for individual students
• Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers when needed
• Assist the teacher in keeping administrative records and preparing required reports
• Keep the teacher informed of any special needs or problems of individual students
• Keep the teacher informed of any communication from parents
• Uphold and enforce school rules, administrative regulations, and state and local board policy
• Assist in supervising students throughout the school day, both inside and outside the classroom
• Assist in maintaining a neat and orderly classroom
• Assist in inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment
• Participate in staff development training programs, faculty meetings, and special events, as needed
• Assist with implementing students' support plans on school transportation before and after school
• Perform other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Pay Grade: Paraprofessional (2)
• Days: 187

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees