Intervention Paraprofessional

Provide instructional assistance to students under the direct supervision of a certified teacher. Assist in implementation of classroom programs, including self-help, behavior management, and instruction programs. Collect required documentation of services for students identified under Special Education, 504, or MTSS.

• High school diploma or hold a General Educational Development (GED) certificate
• Have met formal academic assessment, associate’s degree, or two years of study at an institution of higher learning*
• Valid Texas educational aide certificate

• Ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics
• Ability to work well with children
• Ability to communicate effectively

• Experience working with children

• 1. Provide assistance to students under the direction of the teacher; work with individual students or small groups.
• 2. Help supervise students throughout the school day, inside and outside the classroom.
  
  This includes lunchroom, bus, and playground duty.
• 3. Complete data collections tools for service implementation for special education teachers.
• 4. Help maintain neat and orderly classroom.
• 5. Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers.
• 6. Provide support to students during the intervention process.

• 7. Help supervise students throughout school day, inside and outside classroom.
• 8. Make teacher aware of special needs or problems of individual students.

• 9. Maintain confidentiality.
• 10. Participate in staff development training programs to improve job performance.
• 11. Participate in faculty meeting and special events as assigned.
• 12. Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

None.

Tools/Equipment Used:
Standard office equipment including computer and peripherals;standard instructional equipment

Posture: Moderate standing; occasional kneeling, squatting, bending, and stooping

Motion: Moderate walking

Lifting: Regular light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds)

Environment: Work inside and outside (exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather); exposure to noise

Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress

* Required by Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) for aides who are providing instructional support in Title I, Part A program.