ES- Instructional Aide Sped-Inclusion

South San Antonio Independent School District • San Antonio, TX

18h • Onsite

About The Position

The Instructional Aide Sped-Inclusion assists teachers in delivering instructional and special education services to students with special needs and provides additional student support as needed. The aide works with individual students and small groups, supports student supervision throughout the school day, and helps maintain classroom materials and equipment. The position is assigned to a campus, reports to the Principal and Teacher(s), and is non-exempt at pay grade IS3 for 187 days.

Requirements

• Associate degree or higher; or at least 48 semester college hours from an accredited college or university; or a high school diploma or GED equivalent recognized by the Texas Education Agency or a regional accrediting agency, plus a passing score on the Test of Adult Basic Education (TABE).
• Be eligible to obtain a paraprofessional certificate issued by the State Board of Educator Certification.
• Satisfactory outcome of a fingerprinting background check; the approximately $50 non-refundable fee is paid by the employee.
• Ability to work with students with severe learning, physical, and/or emotional disabilities.
• Ability to work as a team member to assist students according to ARD/IEPs.
• Knowledge of special education disability areas and the specific needs associated with them.
• Ability to restrain and physically support students, or assist team members with physical support of students weighing up to 100 pounds.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions and communicate effectively.
• One year of experience working with children with special needs.

Responsibilities

• Assist the teacher in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays.
• Help maintain a neat and orderly classroom.
• Help with the inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment.
• Conduct instructional exercises assigned by the teacher and work with individual students or small groups.
• Help supervise students throughout the school day, including in the classroom, lunchroom, on buses, and on the playground.
• Keep the teacher informed of special needs or problems affecting individual students.
• Serve as a positive role model for children and support the mission of SSAISD.
• Participate in staff development training programs to improve job performance.
• Participate in faculty meetings and special events as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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