Aide PEARS, #3957

Pearland ISD; Pearland (TX); On-site; USD 22,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Pearland ISD is seeking a dedicated paraprofessional to support a special education teacher in Pearland, Texas. You will assist with classroom activities, manage materials, collect data, and help with behavioral and self-help strategies to meet students' instructional needs.

Under supervision, you will implement classroom programs, support administrative requirements, and ensure a safe, inclusive learning environment for students with disabilities.

Qualifications

• Assist in preparation and management of classroom activities for students with disabilities.
• Support self-help, behavior management, data collection, and instructional activities.
• Follow supervisor guidance and maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Assist the special education teacher in implementing classroom programs.
• Support data collection and administrative requirements.
• Help with classroom materials and organization.

Skills

Work with children with disabilities

Follow verbal and written instructions

Maintain confidentiality

General office equipment knowledge

Education

High school diploma or GED

Texas Educational Aide Certificate (can be obtained after hire)

Two years of college or associate's degree

Job description

Primary Purpose

Assist the special education teacher in the preparation and management of classroom activities and administrative requirements to provide for the physical and instructional needs of students with disabilities in a special education setting. Assist in the implementation of classroom programs, including self-help, behavior management, data collection, and instruction. Work under the general supervision of the principal and the immediate direction of a certified teacher.

Qualifications

Education:

• High school diploma or GED


• Valid Texas Educational Aide Certificate (Can be obtained once hired)


• Have met formal academic assessment, associate's degree, or two years of study at an institution of higher learning

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Ability to work well with children with disabilities


• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions


• Ability to maintain confidentiality


• Knowledge of general office equipment

Experience:

• Two years of experience working with children

Working Conditions

Mental Demands:

• Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress

Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

• Frequent light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds); Occasional heavy lifting (45 pounds or over) and positioning or students with physical disabilities, controlling behavior through physical restraint, assisting nonambulatory students, and lifting and moving adaptive and other classroom equipment


• Work inside and outside (exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather); exposure to noise; exposure to biological hazards (bacteria, communicable diseases)

Additional information

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Pay

• Pay Grade: IS203


• Pay Rate: Min. $16.05; Mid. $19.34


• Days: # of days 179