Instructional Assistant, SpEd Life Skills
College Station ISD•College Station, TX
•Onsite
About The Position
Help special education teacher provide for physical and instructional needs of students with disabilities in a special education setting. Assist in implementation of classroom programs including behavior management, crisis intervention, and instructional programs. Works under general supervision of the principal and immediate direction of a certified teacher.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED
- Ability to work with children with disabilities
- Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
- Ability to communicate effectively
- Required participation in district provided crisis intervention training
- Required participation in district provided behavior management training
- Some experience working with children
- Some experience in implementing instructional strategies and behavior intervention plans
Responsibilities
- Assist teacher in maintaining a safe, secure, learning environment.
- Assist teacher in implementation of behavior intervention plan and IEP goals.
- Help manage behavior of students, including intervening in crisis situations and restraining disruptive or dangerous student behavior as needed.
- Assume responsibility for learning and adapting to each student’s special medical, physical, communicative, and emotional needs.
- Help supervise students throughout the school day, inside and outside the classroom, including lunchroom, bus, and playground duty.
- Keep teacher informed of special needs or problems of individual students.
- Assist students with physical needs and personal care, including feeding, bathroom needs, and personal hygiene.
- Assist teacher in preparing 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.
- Maintain confidentiality.
- Participate in staff development training programs, faculty meetings, and special events as assigned.
- Perform other related duties as assigned within the appropriate skill and experience capabilities expected for this position.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
