Sharyland Independent School District - Mcallen, TX

posted 4 days ago

Mcallen, TX
Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support

About the position

Help meet the physical and instructional needs of students with disabilities in a self-contained classroom. Assist in implementing classroom programs, including self-help, behavior management, and instruction programs. Work under the general supervision of the principal and the immediate direction of a certified teacher.

Responsibilities

  • Help teacher prepare 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.
  • Assist students with physical disabilities according to their needs, including transferring to and from wheelchairs, lifting, positioning; or assisting students with personal care such as feeding, bathroom needs, and personal hygiene.
  • Keep teacher informed of special needs or problems of individual students.
  • Help manage students' behavior, including intervening in crisis situations and restraining disruptive or dangerous students as needed.
  • Recognize differences in each student's special medical, physical, communicative, and emotional needs and adapt methods and interactions accordingly.
  • Work with individual students or small groups to develop motor skills and conduct instructional exercises assigned by the teacher.
  • Help supervise students throughout the school day, inside and outside the classroom, including lunchroom, bus, and playground duty.
  • Create a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.
  • Manage student behavior and administer discipline, including intervening in crisis situations and physically restraining students as necessary, according to IEP.
  • Consult with classroom teachers regarding management of student behavior according to IEP.
  • Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
  • Maintain confidentiality.
  • Participate in staff development training programs, faculty meetings, and special events as assigned.
  • Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
  • Receive incoming calls, answer questions, and direct calls to the proper party.

Requirements

  • High school diploma or hold a General Educational Development (GED) certificate.
  • Have met formal academic assessment, associate's degree, or two years of study at an institution of higher learning.
  • Valid Texas educational aide certificate.
  • Some experience working with children.
  • Ability to work with children with disabilities.
  • Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
  • Ability to communicate effectively.
  • Knowledge of general office equipment.
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