Instructional Assistant, Special Education

McAllen ISD (TX)•Mcallen, TX

64d•$14 - $19

About The Position

PRIMARY PURPOSE: To assist the classroom teacher in providing curriculum activities and experiences designed to their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical and social growth of all special education students

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent, required
Associate degree or a minimum of 48 college hours, required
Ability to read, write, and comprehend simple instructions; ability to work with emotionally, physically and/or mentally impaired students; ability to maintain composure under stressful conditions; and ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing
Basic computer skills performed, preferred

Nice To Haves

Paraprofessional Certification, preferred (required upon employment)
Background in working with special needs children or adults, preferred

Responsibilities

Assist teacher in daily classroom operations and help provide a supportive learning environment.
Assist with behavior management and medical needs of students.
Assist in supervising students throughout the workday.
Feed or help students feed themselves.
Assist with special toileting needs.
Monitor students to and from buses, in cafeteria, in inclusion classrooms and in hallways to and from activities.
Sanitize room and equipment.
Assist teachers in planning and preparation of instructional materials.
Under supervision of the special education teacher, work with small groups of students to reinforce material initially introduced by the teacher.
Follow McAllen ISD customer service standards.
Perform other duties as assigned by immediate supervisor (primary evaluator).