Instructional Assistant, Special Education

McAllen Independent School District•McAllen, TX

15h•Onsite

About The Position

The Instructional Assistant, Special Education's primary purpose is to assist the classroom teacher in providing curriculum activities and experiences designed to foster the intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth of all special education students. This role involves supporting daily classroom operations, behavior management, and the specific needs of 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
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing
Ability to make rational decisions under stressful circumstances
Deal with special needs children in a caring, supportive, but non-emotional manner
Ability to lift or move at least 40 pounds and push over 100 pounds
Must be able to work in a noisy environment
Ability to provide for sanitation needs and student hygiene
Assist in restraining students in crisis situations.

Nice To Haves

Paraprofessional Certification, preferred (required upon employment)
Basic computer skills performed, preferred
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).