Aide, Special Education-Elementary

Spring Independent School District • Houston, TX

21h

About The Position

The Special Education Aide assists the teacher in supervising and instructing students with special needs. The aide supports preparation of instructional materials and the classroom, helps adapt instruction to support or reinforce student learning, and assists with required records and reports. Employees are expected to act with integrity, demonstrate the district’s core values, communicate clearly and respectfully, and continuously improve their performance and processes.

This is a 187-day, non-exempt position reporting to the Campus Principal. Overtime may be required as necessary. The listed minimum salary is $21,318.

Requirements

• High school diploma from an accredited institution.
• Either 48 hours of college coursework from an accredited college or university, or passing Spring Independent School District’s NCLB test in Reading, Writing, and Mathematics. Tests are administered after the recommendation for hire.
• Educational Aide II Certificate, or willingness to obtain one.
• Ability to work well with children.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to understand students with special needs.
• Ability to maintain emotional control under stress.
• May require lifting no more than 10 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• One year of job-related experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist the teacher in preparing instructional materials and the classroom.
• Assist the teacher in adapting classroom instruction to support and/or reinforce students.
• Assist the teacher in preparing and maintaining records and reports required by federal, state, or local laws and regulations.
• Assist the teacher in maintaining order and discipline.
• Assist with individual and small-group activities.
• Participate in staff development and faculty meetings as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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