Instructional Assistant, SPED Life Skills

College Station ISD • College Station, TX

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About The Position

The Instructional Assistant, SPED Life Skills helps a special education teacher meet the physical and instructional needs of students with disabilities in a special education setting. The role assists with classroom programs, including behavior management, crisis intervention, and instruction. The position works under the general supervision of the campus principal and the immediate direction of a certified teacher. It is a non-exempt paraprofessional position, Pay Grade PG-3, for 187 days.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to work with children with disabilities.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Participation in district-provided crisis intervention training is required.
• Participation in district-provided behavior management training is required.
• Some experience working with children.
• Some experience implementing instructional strategies and behavior intervention plans.

Responsibilities

• Assist the teacher in maintaining a safe, secure learning environment.
• Assist with implementing behavior intervention plans and IEP goals.
• Help manage student behavior, including intervening in crisis situations and restraining disruptive or dangerous student behavior as needed.
• Learn and adapt to each student's special medical, physical, communicative, and emotional needs.
• Supervise students throughout the school day, including inside and outside the classroom, and during lunchroom, bus, and playground duties.
• Keep the teacher informed of individual students' special needs or problems.
• Assist students with physical needs and personal care, including feeding, bathroom needs, and personal hygiene.
• Help prepare instructional materials and classroom displays.
• Help maintain a neat and orderly classroom.
• Help inventory, care for, and maintain equipment.
• Help the teacher maintain administrative records and prepare required reports.
• Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Participate in staff development training programs, faculty meetings, and assigned special events.
• Perform other related duties as assigned within the expected skill and experience capabilities of the position.

What This Job Offers

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