SPED Life Skills Aide

Special Education Instructional Aide - Life Skills

This position is for the  school year.

Reports to:

Principal and Teacher(s) Assigned Department/School:
Campus Days: 177 Pay Grade:
Clerical/Para Min: $21,948 Mid: $26,607 Max: $31,265

Primary

Purpose:

Provide instructional assistance to students under the direct supervision of a certified teacher. Assist in preparing, conducting, and managing of classroom activities.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

• High school diploma or GED
• Highly Qualified under ESSA
• 48 college hours or
• Pass local assessment exam
• Valid Texas educational aide certificate

Special Knowledge/

Skills:

• Ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics
• Ability to work well with children with disabilities
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
• Ability to communicate effectively

Experience:

• Some experience working with children

General Employee Requirements:

• Regular attendance and punctuality
• Support and align work with the mission, vision, and beliefs of the district.
• Follow and support board policies in areas of related responsibility.
• Ensure district resources are managed effectively to maximize resources for student learning.

Brazosport Statement of Nondiscrimination:

It is the policy of Brazosport ISD not to discriminate or engage in harassment on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or any other legally protected status in its educational and vocational programs, services or activities or matters related to employment as required by Title VI and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended;
Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972;
Age Discrimination in Employment Act;
Americans with Disabilities Act, as amended; and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended. Inquiries regarding the Brazosport ISD nondiscrimination policies in the following areas should be directed to:

Students/Parents: FFH (EXHIBIT) District Contact for Title IX District Contact for Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) & Section 504

Employment/Employees/Public: DIA (EXHIBIT) District Contact for Title IX, Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)/Section 504.

Call:  or Write: P.O. Drawer Z, Freeport, TX 77542

Share in the development and implementation of district success plans

Actively participate in ongoing development to improve work quality and district contribution.

Model integrity, work ethic, and professionalism as a suitable example for BISD students.

Major

Responsibilities and Duties:

Instructional Support:

• Provide instruction to students under the direction of teacher; work with individual students or small groups.
• Assist teacher in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays.
• Assist with administration and scoring of objective testing instruments or work assignments.
• Help maintain 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.

Student Management:

• Help meet the individual needs of student(s) including transferring to and from wheelchairs; lifting and positioning; interpreting instructions; and assisting with physical needs and personal care such as feeding, bathroom needs, and personal hygiene.
• Help manage the behavior of assigned student(s). This includes intervening in crisis situations and restraining disruptive or dangerous student as needed.
• Recognize differences in student's special medical, physical, communicative, and emotional needs and adapt methods and interaction accordingly.
• Work with assigned student(s) or small groups to develop motor skills and conduct instructional exercises assigned by teacher. Assist assigned students throughout school day, inside and outside classroom. This includes lunchroom, bus, and playground duty.
• Keep teacher informed of special needs or problems of assigned student(s).

Other:

• Maintain Confidentiality
• Participate in staff development training programs to improve job performance.
• Participate in faculty meeting and special events as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

• Tools/Equipment Used:
  Standard office equipment including computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipment; other specialized and adaptive equipment used by students
• Posture:
  Frequent standing; kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting
• Motion:
  Frequent walking and reaching
• Lifting:
  Frequent light…