Instructional Aide - Special Education

Horizon Montessori Public Schools • McAllen, TX

20h • Onsite

About The Position

Help meet the physical and instructional needs of individual students with disabilities inside and outside the classroom. Work under the immediate direction of a certified teacher and general supervision of the principal.

Requirements

• High school diploma or hold a General Educational Development (GED) certificate
• Met formal academic assessment, associate’s degree, or two years of study at an institution of higher learning (2 years defined as completion of 48 semester hours)
• Valid Texas Educational Aide Certificate
• Some experience working with children
• Ability to work with children with disabilities
• Ability to communicate effectively, and work cooperatively with others.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
• Ability to demonstrate tact, courtesy and helpfulness in dealing with staff, students, parents, and visitors to the school.
• Knowledge of general office equipment

Nice To Haves

• Ability to provide virtual/distance learning to students via Google Classroom and other multimedia options in response to pandemics, natural disasters, catastrophic events, etc.

Responsibilities

• Help teacher prepare instructional materials and classroom displays.
• 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.
• Keep teacher informed of special needs or problems of assigned student(s).
• Help manage behavior of students, including 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 assigned student(s) 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, including lunchroom, pickup, and playground duty.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Participate in staff development training programs to improve job performance.
• Participate in faculty meetings and special events as assigned.
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Provide virtual/distance learning to students via Google Classroom and other multimedia options in response to pandemics, natural disasters, catastrophic events, etc.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED