25-26 HEW Special Education Assistant, Self Contained

Midway ISD Region 12; Texas; On-site; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Midway Independent School District is seeking a Special Education Assistant to support teachers and students with disabilities on the campus. You will help implement instructional activities and monitor students throughout the day.

Responsibilities include preparing materials, assisting with IEPs, scoring assignments, supervising in classes and common areas, and using instructional technology. A high school diploma or GED and a Texas educational aide certificate are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Valid Texas educational aide certificate.
• Ability to work with children with disabilities.
• Ability to communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Assist the teacher in preparing instructional materials and displays.
• Work with individual students or small groups on instructional activities.
• Assist in implementing each student’s IEP as directed by the teacher.
• Assist with the administration and scoring of student assignments and tests.
• Monitor and supervise students inside and outside the classroom (cafeteria, bus, playground) as assigned.
• Maintain a neat and orderly classroom.
• Assist in inventory, care, and maintenance of supplies and materials.
• Keep records and prepare required reports.
• Participate in staff development, meetings, and events.
• Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers.
• Assist in the use of instructional technology for students.
• Maintain confidentiality and uphold school rules and policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Children with disabilities

Follow instructions

Effective communication

Office equipment

Education

High school diploma or GED

Texas educational aide certificate

Job description

Job Title: Special Education Assistant
Reports to: Principal and teacher(s) assigned
Dept./School: Campus Assigned
Exemption Status: Non-Exempt

Qualifications

Education/Certification:
High school diploma or GED
Valid Texas educational aide certificate

Special Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Ability to work with children with disabilities
Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
Ability to communicate effectively
Knowledge of general office equipment

Experience

Prior experience working with children preferred

Major Responsibilities and Duties

• Assist the teacher in preparing instructional materials, classroom displays, and instructionalactivities.
• Work with individual students or small groups to conduct instructional activities/exercises asassigned by the teacher.
• Assist in the implementation of each student’s Individual Education Program as directed bythe teacher.
• Assist with the administration and scoring of student assignments and tests.
• Assist in monitoring and supervising students throughout the school day, both inside andoutside the classroom, including cafeteria, bus, or playground duty, as assigned.
• Assist in maintaining a neat and orderly classroom.
• Assist in inventory, care, and maintenance of supplies and materials.
• Assist the teacher in keeping records and preparing required reports.
• Participate in staff development training programs, faculty meetings, and special events, asappropriate.
• Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers.
• Assist the teacher in the use of instructional technology for students.
• Keep the teacher informed of any special needs or problems of students.
• Maintain strict confidentiality.
• Uphold and enforce school rules, administrative regulations, board policy, and federal andstate laws, rules, and regulations.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors

Tools/Equipment Used:Standard office equipment including computer and peripherals; standard instructional
equipment.
Posture:Prolonged standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, andtwisting
Motion:Frequent standing
Lifting:Regular heavy lifting of students
Environment:Biological exposure to bacteria and communicable diseases.
Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress.

This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

Midway Independent School District does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because
of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, military status or on any other basis prohibited by law.
Employment decisions will be made on the basis of each applicant's job qualifications, experienceand abilities.
The Title IX Coordinator for Midway ISD is the Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources,13885 Woodway Drive, Woodway, Texas 76712. Contact phone number is 254-761-5610.