SPED STARS/RISES Instructional Aide - WWJH

Dayton Independent School District • Dayton, TX

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The SPED STARS/RISES Instructional Aide will report to the Principal and is responsible for assisting teachers in preparing instructional materials, supervising students in the In-School Suspension (ISS) classroom, and working with students and staff on behavior management. The role involves monitoring student assignments, providing instructional assistance, maintaining a neat classroom, and assisting with equipment inventory and care. Additionally, the aide will keep administrative records, prepare reports, provide orientation to substitute teachers, conduct instructional exercises, supervise students throughout the school day (including lunchroom, bus, and playground duty), communicate student needs to teachers, participate in staff development and faculty meetings, maintain confidentiality, and perform other duties as assigned by their supervisor.

Requirements

• 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 interpret and establish appropriate rules, methods and techniques in maintaining a disciplined academic environment
• Ability to work well with children
• Ability to communicate effectively

Nice To Haves

• Some experience working with children and knowledge of conflict resolution techniques is encouraged

Responsibilities

• Assist teacher in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays, if needed.
• Provide supervision for students assigned to the In-School Suspension classroom.
• Work with students and staff on issues such as behavior management and prevention of undesirable behaviors that resulted in students being assigned to ISS.
• Monitor all ISS assignments, provide encouragement and feedback to students, monitor tests and classswork, and provide instructional assistance as appropriate.
• Help maintain neat and orderly classroom.
• Help with inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment.
• Keep administrative records and prepare required reports.
• Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers.
• Conduct instructional exercises assigned by the teacher; work with individual students or small groups or whole class.
• Help supervise students throughout school day, inside and outside classroom. This includes lunchroom, bus, and playground duty.
• Keep teachers informed of special needs or problems of individual students.
• Participate in staff development training programs to improve job performance.
• Participate in faculty meeting and special events as assigned.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Perform other duties as assigned by immediate supervisor.

What This Job Offers

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