Assistant- Special Education (Elevate)

Plano ISD; United States; On-site; USD 36,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Plano ISD is seeking a SPED Structured ALC paraprofessional at Wilson Middle School. The role focuses on direct support for students with significant cognitive delays and sensory-motor differences, under the supervision of a certified teacher.

Responsibilities include assisting with instructional activities, preparing materials, and coordinating with teachers on IEP modifications. Candidates should communicate effectively and work well with children with disabilities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills with students and staff.
• Ability to work with children with disabilities.
• Experience with students preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the teacher(s) in preparation of student work, workstations, and classroom displays.
• Assist with instructional activities under the direction of the special education team leader.
• Liaison between regular education and special education teachers on student IEP modifications and adaptations.
• Adjust on-the-spot instruction and provide daily feedback to teachers on student progress.
• Assist students with physical disabilities including transfers and personal care.
• Monitor and supervise students in various school settings.
• Support equipment management and class setup as needed.

Skills

Work with children with disabilities

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

General office equipment

Job description

Pay Grade: 725 (Min $17.26 per hr)
Work Days:183

This is for a SPED Structured position - specifically for the ALC working with children - ALC | Active Learning Classroom (Centralized ECS-12)

Students served in the ALC classroom have significant cognitive delays and sensory motor differences, coupled with low incidence disabilities impacted by developmental delays in all areas. Students served in the ALC have medical and/or personal care needs that require intensive direct support. Instruction in the ALC is focused on teaching initiation, sustained engagement, communication, proximal development, and promotes functional access to the learning environment. The goal in an ALC is to learn to engage and develop understanding of reliable routines that support the ongoing care and quality of life for each student, while also addressing the many physical and occupational needs in order to enhance interactions with the environment in meaningful ways. (PK-12)

Primary Purpose:

• Assist the campus staff in providing for the physical and instructional needs of students with disabilities under the general supervision of the principal and the immediate direction of a certified teacher.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

• High school diploma or equivalent

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Work well with children with disabilities
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of general office equipment

Experience:

• Experience working with students

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

• Assist the teacher(s) in preparation of student work, workstations, and classroom displays
• Assists with instructional activities under the direction of the special education team leader
• Liaison between regular education and special education teacher(s) on student's IEP (Individual Education Plan), modifications and adaptations of curriculum for student(s) and student progress
• Adjust on-the-spot instruction without immediate teacher directions when necessary and provide daily feedback to teacher on students' progress
• Assume responsibility for learning, adapting, and working through teacher direction regarding each student's special medical, physical, communicative and emotional needs
• Assist students with physical disabilities according to their individualized needs, including transferring to and from wheelchairs, lifting, or positioning
• Assist students with physical needs and personal care including feeding, bathroom needs, and personal hygiene
• Assist in managing the behavior of students and crisis intervention, including restraining disruptive or dangerous physical behavior as needed
• Assist in supervising students throughout the school day, both inside and outside the classroom, including lunchroom, bus duty, and playground
• Assist in inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment
• Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers
• Participate in staff development training programs, faculty meetings, and special events, as needed
• Follow all rules, regulations, and policies of Plano ISD and follow directives from supervisor
• Follow attendance policy as assigned by supervisor
• Perform other functions that may be assigned by the Administration and/or supervisor

Equipment Used:

• Wheelchair lift, ramps, personal computer, copier, typewriter, and audio-visual equipment

Working Conditions:

Mental Demands:

• Ability to communicate effectively (written and verbal); maintain emotional control under stress

Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

• Frequent skilled lifting up to 50 pounds (training provided); stretching exercises (training provided); percussion breathing treatments (training provided) delivered in conjunction with health services; frequent standing, stooping, bending, kneeling, pushing and pulling

Location: Wilson Middle School