EC-5 SPED Intensive Support Paraeducator

Dallas Independent School District; Inwood (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Dallas Independent School District seeks a SPED Intensive Support Teacher Assistant for EC-5. The role involves supporting teachers with instructional materials, maintaining a safe classroom, assisting students with physical disabilities, and helping with administrative records and substitute orientation.

Responsibilities include conducting instructional exercises, supervising students during meals, bus, and recess, and ensuring confidentiality while coordinating with staff.

Qualifications

• Requires Accredited Senior High School Diploma or equivalent, plus one of: Associate degree, 48 college credit hours or pass an academic assessment
• Paraprofessional certificate from State Board of Certification is required
• Training program for teacher assistants or 6 months of related work experience preferred
• Demonstrated knowledge of child growth and behavior, and ability to work with diverse groups

Responsibilities

• Assist teacher with instructional materials and classroom displays
• Help maintain neat, orderly classrooms and prep space according to student needs
• Assist with inventory, equipment care and maintenance
• Support substitute teachers and administrative records
• Assist students with physical disabilities including transfers and positioning

Skills

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Behavior management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree or 48 college credit hours

Paraprofessional certificate

Job description

Dallas Independent School District seeks a SPED Intensive Support Teacher Assistant for EC-5. The role involves supporting teachers with instructional materials, maintaining a safe classroom, assisting students with physical disabilities, and helping with administrative records and substitute orientation.

Responsibilities include conducting instructional exercises, supervising students during meals, bus, and recess, and ensuring confidentiality while coordinating with staff.