Educational Aide III: Supportive Classroom & Behavior Help

ACADEMIC & BEHAVIOR SCH-W; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Harris County Department of Education is seeking an Educational Aide III to assist teachers with classroom activities and administrative tasks in Houston, TX. The role focuses on supporting at-risk and special needs students and uses de-escalation techniques to maintain a safe environment.

Under the supervision of a certified teacher, you will prepare instructional materials, supervise students, manage behavior, and maintain records.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED certificate.
• 30 semester hours of college credit with some emphasis on child growth and development or three creditable years of experience as either an educational aide I or II.
• SBEC Educational Aide III paraprofessional certificate.

Responsibilities

• Uphold and enforce school rules, administrative regulations, and board policy.
• Assist in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays.
• Work with individual students or small groups to conduct instructional exercises assigned by the teacher.
• Assist with the administration and scoring of objective testing instruments or work assignments.
• Supervise students throughout the school day, including lunchroom, bus duty and playground.
• Assist students with physical needs and personal care as needed.
• Assist in managing student behavior and crisis intervention, including restraining disruptive behavior when needed.

Skills

Student support

De-escalation

Communication

Team collaboration

Tech basics

Education

High school diploma or GED

30 college credits / 3 years aide experience

SBEC Educational Aide III certificate

Job description

Harris County Department of Education is seeking an Educational Aide III to assist teachers with classroom activities and administrative tasks in Houston, TX. The role focuses on supporting at-risk and special needs students and uses de-escalation techniques to maintain a safe environment.

Under the supervision of a certified teacher, you will prepare instructional materials, supervise students, manage behavior, and maintain records.