Functional Academics Educational Associate

Manor ISD; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a dedicated aide to support special education teachers in meeting the diverse needs of students with disabilities. This role involves assisting with classroom programs, managing student behavior, and providing personal care to ensure a conducive learning environment. The ideal candidate will demonstrate compassion and patience, working closely with students to help them achieve their educational goals. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children while collaborating with a supportive team of educators.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required, along with a valid Texas educational aide certificate.
• Ability to assist students with physical disabilities and personal care needs.

Responsibilities

• Assist the teacher in preparing instructional materials and maintaining classroom order.
• Support students with physical disabilities and manage behavior effectively.
• Supervise students during various school activities and maintain confidentiality.

Skills

Ability to work with children with disabilities

Ability to follow verbal and written instructions

Ability to communicate effectively

Knowledge of general office equipment

Education

High school diploma or GED

Valid Texas educational aide certificate

Tools

Wheelchair lift

Personal computer

Copier

Audiovisual equipment

Job description

Primary Purpose:

Help special education teacher provide for physical and instructional needs of students with disabilities in special education setting. Assist in implementation of classroom programs, including self-help, behavior management, and instruction programs. Work under general supervision of principal and immediate direction of certified teacher.

Education/Certification

High school diploma or GED, Valid Texas educational aide certificate, successfully pass MISD literacy test

Special Knowledge/Skills:

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

Essential Job Functions:

• Help teacher prepare instructional materials and classroom displays
• Help maintain a neat and orderly classroom.
• Help with inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment.
• Help teacher keep administrative records and prepare required reports.
• Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers.
• Assist students with physical disabilities according to their 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.
• Help manage behavior of students. This includes intervening in crisis situations and restraining disruptive or dangerous student behavior as needed.
• Assume responsibility for learning and adapting to each student’s special medical, physical, communicative, and emotional needs.
• Work with individual students or small groups to develop motor skills and conduct instructional exercises assigned by teacher.
• Help supervise students throughout the school day, inside and outside the classroom. This includes lunchroom, bus, and playground duty.
• Keep teacher informed of special needs or problems of individual students.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Participate in staff development training programs, faculty meetings, and special events as assigned.
• Accuracy – work is neat and correct and completes all work assigned.
• Personal Attributes – neat and clean in dress and appearance, works with others in a positive manner. Professional Behavior – maintains high level of ethical behavior, avoids gossiping, handles confidential information, avoids speaking ill of other personnel, and avoids doing personal business at work.
• Student Relations – shows respect to students, shows concern and encouragement for students has positive attitude when working with students.
• General Attributes – demonstrates ability to remain calm and withstand pressure.
• Public Relations – Interacts well with students, parents, teachers, peers, and the general public and promotes a positive image of self and school.
• Report to work in a timely manner according to assigned schedule.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor or other administrator that are consistent with the general requirements and qualifications for the position.

Professional Conduct:

• Maintain professional interactions with staff, parents, community and visitors.
• Demonstrate the ability to remain calm and withstand pressures.
• Demonstrate flexibility to change in routine and adapt quickly to changing situations.
• Demonstrates respect, courteous to peers and visitors and assist fellow workers willingly.
• Avoid gossip, or speaking badly about the district and district personnel.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Equipment Used:

Wheelchair lift, ramps, personal computer, copier, typewriter, and audiovisual equipment

Working Conditions

The working conditions described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and expectations.

Mental Demands:

Maintain emotional control under stress

Work with frequent interruptions

Physical Demands:

Lifting (45 pounds or more)

Carrying (45 pounds or more)

Sitting

Standing

Bending/Stooping

Kneeling

Pushing/Pulling

Repetitive hand motions

Keyboarding/mouse

Speaking clearly

Hearing

Environmental Factors:

Work inside/outside

Exposure to noise

Work prolonged or irregular hours