Special Ed Aide - Inclusion

Dripping Springs ISD•Austin, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Special Education Instructional Aide provides support to special and general education teachers in meeting the instructional needs of students with disabilities in general or special education settings. The aide assists with classroom programs, including instruction and behavior management, under the general supervision of the principal and the immediate direction of a certified teacher. The position is assigned to a campus and works a 187-day calendar. It is a nonexempt position classified as Clerical/Technical 1. The aide supports students throughout the school day, helps implement IEPs and accommodations, and may assist with activities inside and outside the classroom.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Valid Texas educational aide certificate before the first day in the classroom.
Meet one of the following: complete two years of study at an institution of higher education (48 semester hours of college coursework); hold an associate’s degree or higher; or meet the rigorous quality standard through an approved paraprofessional course of study (Master Teacher courses).
Ability to work with children with special needs.
Ability to follow verbal and written instructions and communicate effectively.
Knowledge of general office equipment.
Ability to exercise good judgment and maintain professional relationships with students, faculty, and the public.
Some experience working with children is preferred.

Nice To Haves

Some experience working with children.

Responsibilities

Prepare instructional materials, including adapting classroom activities, assignments, and materials under teacher direction to support IEP objectives.
Instruct individual students and small groups and assist with implementing IEPs and accommodations under teacher direction.
Work with students individually or in small groups to develop fine motor skills and conduct exercises assigned by teachers or recommended by related service providers.
Help teachers record and maintain academic, behavioral, and administrative data.
Assist students with physical needs, including transferring, lifting, and positioning students and adaptive equipment.
Support on-task behavior and respond to disruptive behavior through redirection, prompting, and implementation of accommodations.
Learn and adapt to each student’s medical, physical, communicative, and emotional needs.
Support and monitor students throughout the school day, including during lunch, field trips, bus duty, playground duty, and other outdoor activities.
Maintain confidentiality of student and coworker information as required by FERPA.
Participate in staff development, faculty meetings, and assigned special events.
Follow established schedules, routines, and approved lesson plans.
Adapt to assignment and schedule changes and continue developing job-related skills.
Help maintain an organized and clean environment and assist with inventory, care, and maintenance of materials and equipment.
Maintain regular and consistent attendance.
Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers.