SPED RISES Instructional Aide - WWJH

Dayton Independent School District • Dayton, TX

2d • Onsite

About The Position

SPECIAL EDUCATION AIDE REPORTS TO: Principal PAY GRADE: 2 Primary Purpose: Help special education teacher provide for physical and instructional needs of students with disabilities in special education setting. Assist in implementation of classroom programs, including self-help, behavior management, and instruction programs. Work under general supervision of principal and immediate direction of certified teacher. QUALIFICATIONS: Education/Certification Valid Texas educational aide certificate (Must meet one of these 3 options when hired) At least 2 years of study at an institution of higher education Obtained an associate’s degree or higher Meet a rigorous standard of quality test Special Knowledge/Skills: Ability to work with children with disabilities Ability to follow verbal and written instructions Ability to communicate effectively Knowledge of general office equipment

Requirements

• Valid Texas educational aide certificate (Must meet one of these 3 options when hired)
• At least 2 years of study at an institution of higher education
• Obtained an associate’s degree or higher
• Meet a rigorous standard of quality test
• Ability to work with children with disabilities
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Knowledge of general office equipment

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, or positioning.
• Assist students with physical needs and personal care including feeding, bathroom needs, and personal hygiene.
• Help manage behavior of students. This includes interviewing in crisis situations and restraining disruptive or dangerous student behavior as needed.
• Assume responsibility for learning and adapting to each student’s special medical, physical, communicative, and emotional needs.
• Work with individual students or small groups to develop motor skills and conduct instructional exercises assigned by teacher.
• Help supervise students throughout the school day, inside and outside the classroom. This includes lunchroom, bus, and playground duty.
• Keep teacher informed of special needs or problems of individual students.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Participate in staff development training programs, faculty meetings, and special events as assigned.
• Attendance is an essential job function.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree