Special Education Aide - Structured Learning Classroom (SLC)
About The Position
Assist a special education teacher in meeting the physical and instructional needs of students with disabilities in a special education setting. The Structured Learning Class (SLC) serves children with autism and/or other communication disorders who need support developing functional language and communication and functional behavior skills. Instruction emphasizes language, communication, and behavior beginning at the preschool level, with increasing emphasis on academic support and functional routines at the elementary and middle school levels. SLC classrooms use highly structured environments, positive behavior supports, and instructional strategies aligned with Applied Behavior Analysis. Students participate in activities with non-disabled peers, with support as appropriate, to generalize skills learned in the SLC classroom. Classrooms are arranged to support intensive specialized instruction at students’ prerequisite levels of the academic Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS). The aide supports students’ instructional, physical, and personal-care needs; helps manage behavior; supervises students; and assists the teacher with classroom materials, records, and reports. The position requires maintaining student confidentiality, learning and adapting to individual needs, and sharing responsibility for student health and safety. The work year is 186 days, and the position reports to the Campus Principal.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Ability to work with children with disabilities.
- Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
- Ability to communicate effectively.
- Knowledge of general office equipment.
- If hired, must complete the SBEC certification process to obtain an Educational Aide Certification.
- Must be able to lift 25 pounds.
- Must be able to maintain emotional control under stress.
Nice To Haves
- Associate degree or two years of higher education preferred.
Responsibilities
- Help the teacher prepare instructional materials.
- Help the teacher maintain administrative records and prepare required reports.
- Provide assistance to substitute teachers.
- Assist students with physical disabilities according to their needs, which may require lifting.
- Help manage student behavior.
- Support students’ instructional needs in accordance with their Individualized Educational Plans (IEPs).
- Assist students with personal care as appropriate.
- Assume responsibility for learning and adapting to each student’s special needs.
- Work with individual students or small groups.
- Help supervise students throughout the school day, inside and outside the classroom.
- Keep the teacher informed of individual students’ special needs or problems.
- Maintain confidentiality.
- Participate in staff development training programs and special events as assigned.
- Share responsibility for the health, safety, and confidentiality of students and adults, including implementing, supporting, and documenting behavioral intervention strategies and/or providing school health, related, and personal-care services.
- Fulfill other responsibilities and duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
