Special Education Teacher's Assistant
About The Position
The teacher’s assistant (TA) works directly with students in order to help them attain and maintain the skills necessary to achieve maximum functional independence. The TA supports and promotes the rights of the students and functions effectively as a member of the Interdisciplinary Team. This position involves tasks that expose you to mucous membrane contact, skin contact, blood, bodily fluids, bodily tissues, and/or the potential for spills and splashes of these fluids. Use of appropriate protective measures (i.e., universal precautions, blood-borne pathogen procedures) is required for every employee engaged in this position.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent and two years of college or related experience
- Be able to read and write
- Be reliable with timeliness and attendance
- Work as an effective and productive member of a team
- Be receptive and responsive to feedback from coworkers and supervisors
- Provide an organized environment for safe and effective teaching and learning
- Provide a welcoming and compassionate environment for the students and their caregivers
- Work with students with Developmental Disabilities, academic deficits, and behavioral needs
- Communicate clearly and effectively within a team
- Exhibit patience and flexibility, maintain a positive attitude, and handle stressful situations appropriately
- Meet physical requirements in order to safely manage behavior and actively participate with students
- Respond quickly and effectively in emergency situations
- Maintain personal hygiene and care
- Maintain current CPR, First Aid, and SAMA certifications
- Maintain current Texas Driver’s License
- Maintain current automobile insurance
Responsibilities
- Follow ATC Policies and Procedures
- Adhere to universal precautions and blood-borne pathogen standards
- Use the least restrictive methods necessary to maintain the safety of the student, self, and others
- Communicate appropriately with students, caregivers, coworkers, and supervisors (verbally and in writing)
- Follow basic principles of applied behavior analysis
- Conduct direct teaching with students, including functional academics, communication, social interaction, community integration, recreational skills, vocational skills, and daily living skills
- Oversee SAMS on outings, as needed when delegated by the RN.
- Implement the objectives and procedures identified in the Individual Education Plan, Behavior Intervention Plan, and other educational and behavioral protocols
- Collect educational and behavioral data
- Complete required documentation in a timely manner (e.g., incident reports, injury reports, etc.)
- Complete housekeeping tasks to maintain a safe, orderly environment
- Transport students to appointments (as needed)
- Transport students to recreational activities.
- Supervise meal and snack times
- Attend meetings and in-service training as scheduled
- Report hazardous equipment or conditions to the supervisor
- Report repair or maintenance needs to the supervisor
- Report student illness, injury, or medical concerns to the Nurse
- Report any indication of abuse or neglect to the compliance officer/rights protection officer
- Report behavioral occurrences or concerns to the BCBA/Behavior Specialist
- Participate in fire drills
- Assisting with personal hygiene and toileting needs.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
