Middle School: AIDE - SPED DAEP (26-27)

Hempstead ISD • Hempstead, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is for a Special Education Aide in a DAEP (Disciplinary Alternative Education Program) at the Middle School level for the 26-27 school year. The primary purpose of this role is to assist in meeting the physical and instructional needs of students with disabilities in a self-contained classroom. The aide will support the implementation of classroom programs, including self-help, behavior management, and instructional strategies, working under the general supervision of the principal and the immediate direction of a certified teacher.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree, two years of study at an institution of higher learning, or have met formal academic assessment as required by the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA)
• Valid Texas educational aide certificate
• Ability to work with children with disabilities
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Knowledge of general office equipment
• Some experience working with children

Responsibilities

• Help teacher prepare instructional materials and classroom displays.
• Assist in the educational and social development of students under the direction and guidance of the facilitator and classroom teachers.
• Assist in the implementation of Individual Education Plans (IEPS) for the students and monitor their progress.
• Provide support for individual students inside and outside the classroom to enable them to fully participate in activities.
• Work with other professionals, such as speech therapist, occupational and physical therapists.
• Support students with emotional or behavior concerns and assist them in developing appropriate social skills.
• Help maintain a 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.
• Assist students with physical disabilities according to their needs including transferring to and from wheelchairs; lifting; positioning; or assisting students with personal care such as feeding, bathroom needs, and personal hygiene.
• Help manage behavior of students. This includes intervening in crisis situations and restraining disruptive or dangerous students as needed.
• Recognize differences in each student’s special medical, physical, communicative, and emotional needs and adapt methods and interaction accordingly.
• Work with individual students or small groups to develop motor skills and conduct instructional exercises assigned by teacher.
• Help supervise students throughout the school day, inside and outside the classroom. This includes lunchroom, bus, and playground duty.
• Keep teacher informed of special needs or problems of individual students.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Participate in staff development training programs, faculty meetings, and special events as assigned.
• Maintain accurate SHARS billing logs.
• Accompanies student(s) on community and vocational training trips off campus, as assigned.
• Works in a cooperative manner with teacher and other professionals.
• Follows directives regarding student needs and instructional program.
• Performs other tasks and assumes such other responsibilities as the Director of Special Education may assign.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree