Aide, SPED FOCUS Secondary; Life Skills

Aide, SPED FOCUS Secondary (Life Skills)

Assist the teacher(s) in the preparation and management of classroom activities and administrative requirements. Assist in the implementation of classroom programs, including the FOCUS Program, self-help, behavior management and instruction. Work under the general supervision of the supervisor and the immediate direction of a certified teacher.

Job Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Valid SBEC Educational Aide certificate
• Associate's Degree or 48 or more college hours or NCLB Para Educator Certification issued by San Jacinto College or other local educational entity

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

• Posture: Prolonged standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting
• Motion: Frequent walking
• Lifting: Frequent light lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling (less than 15 pounds); occasional lifting, carrying, pushing and pulling (up to 50 pounds)
• Environment: Work inside and outside, regular exposure to noise and the elements
• Mental Demands: Maintain control under stress

Pay Grade:
Paraprofessional, Pay Grade 4, 187 Days (based on  Compensation Plan)

Minimum: $15.75

Midpoint: $18.92

Compensation based on job-like experience