Aide: Reset Center

Primary

Purpose:

Assist the classroom teacher to provide for physical and instructional needs of students in the general and/or special education setting. Assist in implementation of classroom programs, including self-help, behavior management, and instruction programs. Work under general supervision of the principal and immediate direction of a certified teacher.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education/Certificate

High School diploma or GED (Recognized by the Texas Education Agency or Regional Accrediting Agency)

Valid Texas Educational Aide certificate required

Candidate must have a satisfactory outcome of a fingerprinting background check. Non-refundable fee (approximately $50) paid by employee.

Knowledge/

Skills:

Ability to work with students including students with disabilities

Ability to follow verbal and written instructions

Ability to communicate effectively

Deescalation and Restraint Training, must obtain within one month of employment

Knowledge of general office equipment

Proficient skills in organization, typing, file maintenance, computers, and software programs, including word processing, spreadsheet, database and graphics

Experience:

Experience working with children

Major

Responsibilities and Duties:

(The following statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned and should not be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions that may be assigned or skills that may be required.)

Professionalism

The Educators' Code of Ethics is set forth in the Texas Administrative Code to provide rules for standard practices and ethical conduct toward students, professional colleagues, school officials, parents, and members of the community.

* Rule §247.1 Purpose and Scope;
Definitions

* Rule §247.2 Code of Ethics and Standard Practices for Texas Educators

Instructional Management

The aide promotes improvement of instruction through activities such as the following:

* Work with individual students or small student groups to conduct instructional activities and develop academic skills as outlined by the teacher.

* Assist the teacher in preparing instructional materials, paperwork, and classroom displays.

* Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers.

* Assist teachers in implementing program objectives that support developmental, behavioral and academic student performance.

* Keep teachers informed of special needs or problems of individual students.

* 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 conduct instructional exercises assigned by the classroom teacher.

Classroom Management and Organization Improvement

The aide works to improve the classroom, school or organization through activities such as the following:

* Help with inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment.

* Help the teacher keep administrative records and prepare required reports.

* Assist in managing student behavior, including crisis intervention, physical management of disruptive students and inappropriate behaviors, as needed.

* Utilize deescalation strategies to manage student behavior and intervene when appropriate utilizing the district approved crisis intervention strategies, deescalation and restraint training.

* Assist with maintaining a safe, neat and orderly classroom.

Communication and Community Relations

The aide works to promote a positive tone for school or community relations through activities such as the following:

* Be a positive role model for students, support the mission of the District.

* Maintain a professional relationship with colleagues, students, parents, and community members.

* Use effective communication skills to present information accurately and clearly.

Professional Growth and Development

The aide participates in professional growth and development through activities such as the following:

* Attend any specified meetings or professional development.

Qualities of an Effective Aide

The aide exhibits qualities such as the following:

* Daily attendance and punctuality at work are essential functions of the job.

* Keep informed of and comply with state, District, and school regulations and policies for classroom teachers.

* Compile, maintain, and file reports, records, and other documents as required.

* Correct unsafe conditions in the work area that could cause an accident and inform the supervisor of any conditions that are not correctable immediately.

* Shall comply with District policies, as well as state and federal laws and regulations.

* Shall comply with the standards of conduct set out in Board Policy DH (Legal) and (Local) and with any other policies, regulations, and guidelines that impose duties, requirements, and standards.

* Maintain confidentiality.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

* None

Equipment:

* Computer, computer software programs and peripherals, teacher resource materials and audiovisual equipment, adaptive equipment, laminating machine,…