Structured Learning Environment (SLE) Educational Aide

Education Service Center Region 13 (TX) • Austin, TX

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About The Position

The Structured Learning Environment Educational Aide - Special Education position at Lago Vista Elementary School is designed to assist special education teachers and general education classroom teachers in meeting the instructional needs and behavior support of students with disabilities. The aide will work under the general supervision of the principal and the immediate direction of the certified special education behavior teacher. The role involves helping with the implementation of classroom programs, behavior management, social skills, and instructional programs.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Assist teacher in preparing 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, data collection, and prepare required reports.
• Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers.
• Co-facilitate social skills lessons.
• Provide behavior inclusion support and check-ins for students requiring that support.
• Help manage behavior of students, including intervening 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.
• Help supervise students throughout the school day, inside and outside the classroom, including lunchroom, recess, and bus.
• Keep teacher informed of special needs or problems of individual students.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Participate in staff development training programs to improve job performance.
• Participate in faculty meetings and special events as assigned.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• TRS Active-Care -- The District pays $445 a month toward the employee health insurance premiums.
• Vision and dental insurance offered.
• Cafeteria plan available.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees